Fire department in Bayreuth cancels exercises: emergency forest fires!

Fire department in Bayreuth cancels exercises: emergency forest fires!

In recent days, the persistent drought in several federal states, especially in Upper Franconia, has caused worrying forest and vegetation fires. As the Bayreuther Tagblatt reports, the fire department in the Bayreuth district has decided to cancel its planned exercise. The reason: The real fires have priority and the emergency services do not want to use additional resources for exercises.

Specialized resources such as helicopters and flight helper groups are currently under great pressure. The impending heat wave and the resulting strong signs of an increased risk of forest fires have made it necessary to suspend the exercises. The priority is clearly on protecting natural resources and the availability of fire-fighting water, which is particularly important in this critical phase.

Forest fire risk and protective measures

The Bayreuth-Münchberg Office for Food, Agriculture and Forestry has urgently warned the population: The highest risk level for forest fires is expected in the Bayreuth, Hof and Wunsiedel districts in the coming weeks. Forest visitors are asked to exercise particular caution. There is a strict ban on smoking in the forest, and open fires and grilling are strictly prohibited. In addition, throwing away highly flammable items or parking on dry surfaces increases the risk of fire. Forest owners are advised not to burn wood and brushwood, but to store it safely or dispose of it properly.

The government of Upper Franconia has initiated measures to combat fires. Aerial observation flights took place between June 21st and 22nd, organized in collaboration with the Office for Food, Agriculture and Forestry and the Luftrettungstaffel Bayern e.V. During these flights, the forests are examined from the air for potential fire hazards. The fire brigade will be alerted immediately if a fire is detected during the flights. Even a cigarette butt or a spark can have devastating consequences.

Focus on prevention and training

To combat vegetation fires, the website vegetationsbraende.de offers comprehensive information on the equipment and techniques for combating them. The modules include everything from personal protective and additional equipment to working with hand tools to strategic approaches for effective operations. This training is critical to increasing responder knowledge and promoting safety.

It is particularly important to have the right equipment and knowledge of the specific techniques for combating vegetation fires. The practical orientation of the training ensures that the fire brigade is well prepared for emergencies, and valuable knowledge is imparted so that they can act correctly even in critical situations.

Especially in times like these, it is essential that the population sticks together and observes all measures to protect the forests. Remember: a small spark can cause major damage. Stay alert and follow the guidelines to minimize the risk of forest fires. Information about forest fire monitoring measures is available on the website Government of Upper Franconia.

For more details on vegetation firefighting training and techniques, visit the website vegetationsbraende.de.