Severe Storm During Pukkelpop Receives Disaster Designation

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geschrieben von: Pukkelpop Festival geschrieben am: 29.09.2011 um: 00:00 Uhr
The Federal Council of Ministers has decided, as proposed by Minister Turtelboom, to designate the severe storm on Thursday 18 August as a natural disaster. As an organisation, we are pleased that official recognition has now been granted that this storm was extremely exceptional.

As a result, everyone who suffered direct material damages may be eligible for compensation from the Disaster Fund. Festival tickets are not considered material damages. Physical injuries are also not covered by the Disaster Fund.

This decision primarily benefits the farmers and suppliers who suffered material damages at Pukkelpop. It will be more difficult for most of the festival attendees to file claims with the Disaster Fund. The minimum amount is 250 euros and a very detailed specification of the material damages would have to be provided.

This designation also means that the Pukkelpop organisation itself cannot call on the Disaster Fund. Pukkelpop is awaiting the decision of the Public Prosecutor’s Office regarding criminal liability and the decision of the insurance company regarding civil liability. Although the organisation will not receive any compensation from the Disaster Fund, it is pleased to know that a number of suppliers can expect some compensation for the damages they suffered.

The Pukkelpop organisation is still waiting for the decisions of the insurance company and the Public Prosecutor’s Office before providing clarity as to a possible Pukkelpop 2012 edition and any potential compensation for the people who came to Pukkelpop.

The organisation will do its best to make a decision / provide final clarity as soon as possible, and in any case no later than 15 November.
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