Eichen processionary moth: Attention! New danger for our trees!

Eichen processionary moth: Attention! New danger for our trees!

Bamberg, Deutschland - The warm months are just around the corner and with them the oak processionary spinner also returns. These unpleasant fellows are particularly important to oak trees and can not only become problematic for nature, but also for our health of us humans. Bamberg Guide reports that the caterpillars that crawl in long processions can be dangerous for allergy sufferers and sensitive people.

Already in spring, when the temperatures rise, caution is advised. The gray-brown animals can be found in many ways, parks and in forests. Your burning hair can trigger allergic reactions and in many cases lead to unpleasant skin irritation and respiratory diseases. The city of Cologne and the surrounding area has therefore reacted and informs the citizens about the dangers that come from these small but feared caterpillars.

measures to contain the plague

In order to stop the oak processionary spinner, regular checks are carried out in the affected areas. With a high larval population, a control is carried out by specialist staff. Parking facilities and playgrounds are particularly the focus here to ensure the security of the citizens. A good advice for walkers is to be particularly mindful in affected areas and to avoid direct contact with the caterpillars.

But that's not the only challenge that the city of Cologne has to cope with. In the digital area you also face major hurdles, especially when it comes to data protection. The General Data Protection Regulation, which has been in force since May 2018, entails many new regulations that are also important for website operators. Dr. GDPR points out that when using cookies, website operators have to make sure that technical necessities are clearly defined and the consent of the users is obtained. The legal situation is anything but simple.

The digital challenge

Especially with regard to cookie use, there are legal pitfalls. IT-Recht Ranzlei illuminates the uncertainties that exist on websites on websites. Since cookies are considered personal data, you are subject to special regulations. This means that they can only be processed with a valid consent. Website operators are well advised to provide transparent information about cookies and to ensure a simple opt-in.

The most common problems that can occur in practice are unclear approvals and the handling of cookies from third -party providers that are not always necessary. Last but not least, the question of compliance with data protection regulations is in space, especially for data transfers to third countries, where data protection often does not have the same standards as in the EU.

Overall, it shows that both nature and digital space are closely interwoven. While we have to protect ourselves from oak procession spinners in the parks, the focus is on the legal framework in the digital world. It is all the more necessary that both the city and private providers find solutions in good time and inform the citizens well.