Rescue operation in the Matrix Club: young people in panic and injuries!

Rescue operation in the Matrix Club: young people in panic and injuries!

On the night of Friday, September 5, 2025, there was a dramatic rescue operation in the Berlin club “Matrix”. Several young people suffered from hyperventilation and panic states, which led to the emergency services being immediately alerted. As rbb24 reports, the cause was probably the excessive crowding in the popular club on Warschauer Platz in the Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg district.

The emergency services reported a total of twelve people who were escorted out of the building. Two participants were taken to hospital with minor injuries, while ten other people received outpatient treatment on site. One of the injured suffered a head laceration. The situation was so tense that 30 police officers were deployed to protect rescue workers from disruptive onlookers. There is currently no evidence of criminal activity that led to this incident and the exact background is still unclear.

Panic reactions and first aid

Hyperventilation and panic attacks can be triggered by various factors, including crowded or stressful environments. People prone to shortness of breath, such as asthmatics, are advised to avoid known triggers. These include stressful situations and staying in smoky rooms. A preventive measure that can also be helpful in such stressful moments is the lip brake. This technique, in which the lips are placed together and exhalation occurs through a reduced mouth opening, can stabilize and ease the airway, especially in fearful situations such as those experienced in the club. Further information on first aid for shortness of breath is available on the Malteser website.

The rapid response of emergency responders and police protective equipment were crucial in bringing the situation under control and minimizing possible injuries. Given the large crowds in clubs, especially at weekends, potential risks to the health of visitors should always be kept in mind.

The importance of prevention

In addition to the acute emergencies mentioned above, it is also important to pay attention to general health, especially regarding diseases such as Lyme disease, which can be transmitted through tick bites. As Malteser informs, tick bites should be monitored closely. Symptoms often only appear after a week, and timely medical examination in the event of typical signs such as migrating flushes can be crucial. It is estimated that around 30 percent of ticks in Germany carry the Lyme disease pathogen, which makes awareness of tick bites in nature all the more important.

Overall, the incident in the Matrix Club shows how important it is to react calmly in hectic moments and also to take preventative health measures. The responsibility lies not only with the organizers, but also with the visitors, who should inform themselves about possible health risks and emergency measures.