The risk of forest fire in Coburg and Kronach: alarm level reached!

The risk of forest fire in Coburg and Kronach: alarm level reached!

Coburg, Deutschland - The risk of forest fire in the Coburg and Kronach region is currently alarming. According to the latest reports from NP Coburg, the risk increases due to persistent drought and lack of rainfall. The forest fire threat index in Coburg currently shows level 3, while level 4 is already predicted for Sunday. In Kronach the danger even reaches the maximum level.

In this tense situation, the authorities appeal to the citizens: inside not to ignite open fire in forests and not to park vehicles on meadows. The local fire departments were informed about the increased risk of forest fires and are ready to be able to react as quickly as possible.

forest fire hazard index explained

The forest fire threat index is an important instrument to assess the risk of forest fires. The evaluation takes place in five stages, from a very low risk (level 1) to very high danger (level 5). In the last few days, the index has been in parts of Bavaria, such as Ostheim in front of the Rhön, at Level 4, which indicates an increasing risk. Overview table about some stations in Bavaria:

The information on the forest fire threat index is updated daily in order to point out the population in good time. The last update took place on June 20, 2025, at 04:15 UTC. This is how the citizens keep an overview of the situation inside and can act accordingly. The forest fire threat index also serves the state authorities to issue warnings, which can be vital in an emergency, as the German Weather Service explains here: dwd.de.

In the coming days, special attention should be paid to nature. It is important to take the dangers seriously and act prudently in order to avoid forest fires and their catastrophic consequences. The forest not only contributes to biodiversity, but also protects the climate and water resources.

For further information on the risk of forest fire, it is advisable to regularly follow the current reports of regional weather services as well as the warnings and notes of the wetterfahren.de. So you always stay well informed and can take precautions accordingly.