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Forest fire warning in Uelzen: drought brings extreme danger!
The risk of forest fires in Uelzen is increasing dramatically. Current warnings for citizens and important rules of conduct in the region.
Forest fire warning in Uelzen: drought brings extreme danger!
In the last few days, the persistent drought in the Uelzen city forest has caused excitement. As previously reported, the risk of wildfires has increased significantly due to these conditions. The German Weather Service has declared danger level 4 for today, Saturday, June 21st, which represents a high risk of forest fires. The highest warning level of 5 is expected for next Sunday, June 22nd, which will make the situation even worse. This comes from a recent report by az online out.
The spokesman for the Uelzen fire brigade, Simon Märtens, called on citizens to exercise particular caution in forest and field areas after a forest fire broke out in the Uelzen city forest, which was quickly extinguished on Saturday morning. Fortunately, the fire was confined to a small area after it was probably started by a carelessly discarded cigarette butt. Märtens warns that even the smallest inattention can have serious consequences in dry conditions.
Particular caution is required
The situation is tense for many parts of Lower Saxony. While the medium forest fire warning level applies to most of the state, the areas around Lüchow, Uelzen and Faßberg are affected by the high danger level 4. On Sunday, temperatures could even rise above 30 degrees, further complicating the situation. This assessment is also shared by the reports from ndr.de.
The vegetation is still relatively green, but experts emphasize that rain is urgently needed to reduce the risk of fire. A further aspect is that the fire brigade in Lower Saxony has been in operation almost continuously since March - this is the highest number of operational days in the history of the forest fire center.
Rules of conduct and precautions
In times of increased risk of forest fires, it is important to observe certain rules of conduct. There is a total ban on smoking in forests and open fires are strictly prohibited until October 31st. In the past, the risk of forest fires has often been due to human error, which is why forest visitors are asked to be vigilant and to alert the fire department immediately in the event of a fire. Recommended behaviors include:
- Kein Rauchen im Wald
- Keine Zigarettenreste wegwerfen
- Nutzung nur ausgewiesener Grillplätze
- Mindestabstand von 50 Metern zum Wald einhalten
- Waldwege freihalten
These regulations are essential to minimize damage and dangers to people and animals, especially in times when weather conditions are unstable.
Another influencing factor is climate change, which increases the frequency of droughts and extreme weather conditions, according to the website waldwissen.net clarified. Internationally, solutions are also being sought to combat climate change, as forecasts indicate an increased risk of forest fires in the future.
Given the current situation in Uelzen and Lower Saxony, it is therefore of the utmost importance to act carefully and responsibly. This is the only way we can protect our forests and nature.