From the beginning of May to the end of October, smoking and open fires are strictly prohibited in the forests!

Every year, forest fires cause great damage to the forest, an irreplaceable recreational area and habitat for humans and animals.

The first warm rays of sunshine entice many people to take walks in nature. Persistently pleasant weather with extremely low rainfall increases the risk of forest fires. Especially in spring, the vegetation on the ground and on the trees has only just begun to grow; as a result, sun and wind quickly dry out the ground vegetation.

Inflammation of dry grass, leaf litter and needle litter occurs very quickly at this time of year.

Danger comes not only from carelessly discarded cigarette butts. Left-over bottles and broken glass can also act as magnifying glasses.

Due to the risk of flying sparks, barbecuing in forests and forest edges is only permitted in designated areas. Setting fire to old grass coverings on paths and ditches, burning old straw, sparks from tractors, and children playing with fire are also causes of forest fires.

Drivers of cars with catalytic converters are advised to exercise particular caution. Under no circumstances should they park their vehicles over dry vegetation. The intense heat generated by the catalytic converter located at the bottom of the vehicle can easily cause a fire.

According to the Criminal Code, negligent and intentional arson in general and causing a fire hazard in the forest through smoking, open fires and throwing away smoldering objects are punishable offenses.

In case of fire, call emergency number 112 immediately!