High risk of forest fire: Air observation over Middle Franconia begins!

High risk of forest fire: Air observation over Middle Franconia begins!

Nürnberg, Deutschland - The summer days have a firm grip on Bavaria, and with the increasing temperatures, the risk of forest fires is also increasingly talking. Middle Franconia, especially in Middle Franconia, currently applies. According to nordbayern.de are faced with an increased risk of fire, which is currently "very high" is classified.

The upcoming climate forecast brings warm, sunny days with temperatures between 26 and 31 degrees, especially via Corpus Christi and the following weekend. On the holiday itself, up to 31 degrees on the Danube are expected from 22 degrees in Hofer Land. At the same time, a dry air mass unfolds, which also contains the forests, which is why a smoking ban is pronounced in the forests and every forest visitor is asked not to consider fire or grilling in the area.

security measures and air observation

In order to counter the danger, a comprehensive air observation for forest areas will be initiated in Middle Franconia this Thursday. This measure takes place in agreement with the regional forest fire officer of the Bavarian Forest Administration. The flights are carried out by volunteer pilots of the Middle Franconia air rescue relay relay, which together with trained air observers from the fire brigade and forest authorities monitor the forests from the air. The aim of this measure is to recognize fire threats early and to alert the fire brigade via radio in the event of a fire, such as government.Mittelfranken.de reports.

The flights are scheduled for the period from Thursday to Sunday and in particular are said to have an eye on the heavily visited forests in metropolitan areas. The fixed route extends from Erlangen-Dechsendorf via several places to Pleinfeld and back, with four bases in Ansbach, Gunzenhausen and Rothenburg o.d.t. be taken into account. The focus is on the light pine forests and high -frequency forest regions.

climate change in focus

The current risk of forest fire is not just a short -term phenomenon. Climate change is increasingly showing its effects and the temperatures are continuously increasing. According to lwf.bayern.de Leading drought and extreme weather conditions to an increased susceptibility to forest fires. Europe has experienced devastating forest fires in recent years, while Fortunately, Bavaria has so far been spared larger incidents. Nevertheless, the population remains important to the population for the dangers and the forward -looking planning in dealing with these risks.

Statistics shows that around 34 % of the forest fires in Bavaria are humanly caused. It is all the more important that forest visitors make sure that they do not bring any flammable materials into the forest and to deal with their surroundings particularly considerably. Even during the observation flights, the fire brigade is alerted by radio if a fire should be discovered.

We therefore call up all nature lovers to be careful and remind you that the protection of our valuable forest is the responsibility of each individual. Together we ensure that our forests continue to remain healthy retreats for humans and animals.