The risk of forest fire is increasing: Caution in the Miltenberg district!

The risk of forest fire is increasing: Caution in the Miltenberg district!

In the Miltenberg district, the German Weather Service is posting the forest fire theater level to 3 today, June 20, 2025, which corresponds to an average danger. However, the coming days do not promise rain, which could significantly increase the risk of forest fires, and there is a possibility that the danger level will increase to 5. Therefore, the population is called to act particularly carefully. So reports my-news.de .

District fire councilor Martin Spilger and the district office have published a number of important rules of conduct for the stay in the forest. These include, among other things, that open fire is prohibited in the forest and near the forest. Campfire or grilling may only be carried out with the approval of the municipality and in compliance with strict precautions. Even deleted fire should always be supervised until the embers have gone out. In addition, it is urgently pointed out not to just throw cigarette stubs away and to pay attention to possible smelter when driving.

forest fire hazard index and its importance

The forest not only has a great economic importance in Germany, but also plays a central role in environmental protection and as a recreation room. In view of the high population density, the preservation and protection of the forests becomes all the more important. The current forest fire threat index and the importance of the various hazard classes are clearly shown on the website of the German Weather Service. You can find an overview of the forest fire threats in Germany at wetterfahren.de .

The danger levels range from 1, which means very low danger up to 5, which corresponds to a very high risk. The federal states swirl differently in this regard and the values ​​can fluctuate from place to place. At the moment, Ostheim is equivalent to level 4 in front of the Rhön, which indicates that there is an increased risk here too.

The contribution of the citizens

In order to minimize forest fires in the future, increased caution and consideration should be shown in all forest visits. The prudent treatment of the forest is not only regarded as a personal responsibility, but as a task for society as a whole. Citizens are asked to take responsibility for the protection of one of the most valuable natural treasures in our country. Damage caused by forest fires can be serious, both for the environment and for the safety of people. Information about forest fire statistics in recent years are summarized in the Federal Administration's report in order to support future preventive measures. This document is available on the website of the Federal Ministry of Food and Agriculture: ble.de .

In an emergency, it is important to choose emergency call 112 and specify the exact fire site. The callers should of course also remain on site to assign the emergency services if an emergency occurs. The protection of our forests is in our hands, and together we can do a lot!