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Danger of forest fires in Braunschweig: Beware of fire!
The ongoing drought in Helmstedt leads to an increased risk of forest fires. DWD warns of danger levels 3 to 4.
Danger of forest fires in Braunschweig: Beware of fire!
The persistently dry weather has caused the risk of forest fires to skyrocket in Cologne and the surrounding area. According to current information from... Regional today The situation is serious: The German Weather Service (DWD) is reporting an increased risk of forest fires in the coming days, which will be updated daily by the Forest Fire Danger Index (WBI).
The regions around Braunschweig, Helmstedt-Emmerstedt, Wittingen-Vorhop, Bad Harzburg, Braunlage and Seesen are particularly affected. For this Thursday, meteorologists expect a medium danger (level 3 out of 5) for most measuring points. On Saturday the danger could even rise to level 4, especially in Wittingen, while the entire region could be classified at level 4 on Sunday.
What does this mean for the population?
Those responsible and experts ask the population to be more careful. Small sparks or carelessly disposed of cigarettes could have fatal consequences and cause fires. Therefore, strict regulations apply from March to October: smoking is prohibited in forests, and open fires such as barbecues or campfires are prohibited in and near forest areas. Drivers should also be careful not to park their vehicle on dry grass.
The situation is not only worrying in Cologne. The WBI contributes to the assessment of the risk of forest fires in various federal states Weatherhazards.de presented in detail. The risk is divided into five levels, from very low danger (level 1) to very high risk (level 5). Current, detailed maps of the danger levels can be accessed on the DWD website. These are updated once a day to ensure the public has the information they need to navigate the forest areas safely.
Anyone planning a trip into nature should exercise a certain amount of consideration and caution. In the event of smoke or fire, it is crucial to immediately call the fire department on 112. The forest fire danger index is an important tool for authorities to issue timely warnings and protect the population. The DWD offers further information on its website at dwd.de.
Let us all work together to ensure that we can protect our forests and enjoy them safely. Summer can come, but with caution!