Risk of forest fire in Saxony-Anhalt: Highest alarm level reached!

Risk of forest fire in Saxony-Anhalt: Highest alarm level reached!

In the past few weeks, the extreme drought in Saxony-Anhalt has led to the highest risk of forest fire, which has ever been determined in the region. The danger level 5, which means alarming signs for the forests, particularly affects the areas of Wittenberg - Dübener Heide, Elsterland and advance. Other regions also experience a high risk with the second highest level 4, which underlines the seriousness of the situation.

The customs of people in these areas can be crucial for whether there are devastating fires or not. In the district of Börde, where level 4 has been proclaimed, it is pointed out that despite some rains, the heat continues to dry out the soil and the forests. The authorities urgently warn against how careful behavior, such as throwing away cigarettes or leaving glass bottles, can quickly lead to a surface burn.

Clarity about rules with increased forest fire drives

The district has also informed the population that specific rules of conduct apply in connection with the different warning levels. In the case of danger levels two to five, it is strictly forbidden to smoke in the forest or to make fire outside of defined barbecue areas. This is not only an indication of the persistent heat, but also a preventive measure to reduce the risk of uncontrolled fires.

The risk of forest fire in Saxony-Anhalt is divided into 18 different regions, which enables a differentiated view of the risks. In regions such as the Harz, Mansfeld-Südharz, the Salzlandkreis and the district of Stendal, a medium danger to natural fires is determined. Here people are also asked to be particularly vigilant and to stick to the rules to prevent worse things.

The authorities emphasize that prudent behavior can be effective to avoid fires. The stroke of luck of rainfalls can sometimes be deceptive if the heat uses the ground at the same time. People are therefore called up to take responsibility to protect their surroundings.

With the risk of forest fire, Saxony-Anhalt faces a major challenge. The timely information of the population and the sharpening of consciousness for risks are of the utmost importance to minimize potential damage and dangers. The common measures can make a significant contribution to the fact that nature remains preserved and the forests of the region remain intact.