Danger of forest fires in Baden-Württemberg: Barbecue bans affect many regions

Danger of forest fires in Baden-Württemberg: Barbecue bans affect many regions

There is currently an increased risk of forest fires in Baden-Württemberg. The German Weather Service has issued the second highest warning level (level 4 out of 5) for numerous regions. Loud SWR 42 of 60 measuring stations indicate a “high risk” of forest fires. There is also a “medium risk” in some areas.

In response to the dangerous conditions, the Karlsruhe district has issued a general order prohibiting grilling at all public fireplaces in the forest. This ban applies until revoked and also applies to grills brought along. An additional ban on smoking in the forest is in effect from March to October and is strictly monitored.

Current fires and measures

Last weekend there were several forest and wildfires in the Karlsruhe district, including in Stutensee, Waghäusel, Karlsruhe and Sandhausen. The fire department was able to successfully bring these fires under control; fortunately, there were no injuries. Nevertheless, the situation remains tense. There was a fire involving paper pallets on company premises in Metzingen; the cause of the fire is currently unclear.

The barbecue ban doesn't just affect Karlsruhe; In the Rhein-Neckar district, barbecue areas in Reilingen, Oftersheim and Walldorf are also closed. Anyone who ignores the ban on grilling will face a fine of up to 2,500 euros. Similar measures are being planned in other endangered regions such as Stuttgart, Reutlingen and Freiburg.

Water withdrawal and critical water levels

In addition to the risk of forest fires, the Biberach district has banned the withdrawal of water from streams, rivers and lakes until July 15th. Water levels in many bodies of water are critically low. Warnings and possible fines for violations also apply in the districts of Böblingen, Ravensburg and Bodenseekreis.

In order to inform the population about the dangers, the forest fire danger index was created and is used weatherhazards.de provided. The index shows an abnormality in the values ​​for various stations in Baden-Württemberg that indicate the current situation, including measuring stations in the Heilbronn and Freiburg districts. This highlights the urgency of exercising caution when dealing with open fires, especially in the summer.

Current reports about the risk of forest fires and corresponding measures are of great importance for all residents in the affected regions in order to ensure the safety and protection of the environment.