High forest fire in Middle Franconia: Air observation announced!

High forest fire in Middle Franconia: Air observation announced!

Erlangen-Höchstadt, Deutschland - A danger that should not be underestimated is overwhelming: there is currently a high risk of forest fire, and the forecasts do not promise any improvement for the time being. The persistent drought makes the situation appear increasingly tense. This is also confirmed by the Website of the DWD

The population is expressly asked to exercise special caution when staying in the forest. The strict ban on smoking, which applies from March to October, must be observed. Open fire, barbecue and thrown away cigarettes can quickly lead to devastating fires. Parking on dry grass is also a potential cause of the fire, since hot catalysts can ignite a fire. For this reason, the prudence of forest visitors is required.

Review and outlook

A look into the past shows that the risk of forest fire in Germany should not be underestimated. Between 1991 and 2017, the area affected by forest fires decreased significantly, but the weather -related danger remained the same or even increased in some regions. The north-eastern federal states in the extremely dry years 2018 and 2019 were particularly affected, such as the Environmental Bundesamt

In particular, negligent action and arson are the main causes of the development of forest fires. With increasingly challenging weather conditions, it is essential to constantly improve the systems for fire prevention and fighting. Investments in modern technology, such as digital sensors that forward information to forest fire centers, are becoming increasingly important.

An appeal to everyone: Let's pay attention to the forest and nature together. Report suspicious smoke developments immediately under emergency call 112 and contribute to your part to the safety of our forests. Because only together can we minimize the risk of forest fires and protect our valuable nature.