Floor fire in Belsch: Fire brigade prevents spreading to the forest area!

Floor fire in Belsch: Fire brigade prevents spreading to the forest area!

In the warm summer time on June 21, 2025, near Redefin in the Ludwigslust-Parchim district, a surface fire occurred that called on the local volunteer fire brigades. The fire, which was created late Friday evening, could be brought under control quickly. According to ndr was the suspected cause of the fire that has been the strong dryness in the last weeks of this summer month. A meadow with moss, which is about 50 square meters in size, was particularly affected and borders on a forest.

The fire brigade did everything possible to prevent the flames from spreading to the adjacent forest. After about an hour of intensive extinguishing work, the situation could be brought under control. Fire guards were then set up to avoid possible re -inflammation. The increased forest fire warning level, which was proclaimed in many parts of Westmecklenburg, is worrying.

acute risk of forest fire in Germany

The current summer weather with temperatures over 30 degrees not only contributes to the delight of the sun, but also ensures an acute risk of forest fire. According to RND is the lack of precipitation and the heat is a perfect nutrition for forest fires. This problem affects not only Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, but also other regions of Germany, including Brandenburg, South Hesse and Berlin, where there is already an increase in forest fires.

To minimize the danger, there are strict rules and prohibitions in the forests. For example, open fire in the forest or near it is strictly prohibited. Grilling may only take place in designated places, and the cigarette button from the car is an absolute no-go. If you do not adhere to the regulations, you have to expect high fines. In Brandenburg these can be up to 20,000 euros.

tips in an emergency

In the event of a forest fire, it is advisable to choose the emergency call 112 as soon as possible and try to curb the fire within the framework of your own options, provided this is safe. To provide first aid and to take extinguishing attempts can be life -saving in critical moments.

To keep an eye on the risk of forest fire, the Waldbrandatlas Current information about risk levels, fires and weather forecasts. This practical tool uses satellite information and offers a variety of functions to minimize the dangers for forest visitors. It is made available for authorities and organizations and is an example of the innovative use of modern technologies for avoiding fire.

The forest fire season in Germany lasts from May to October, whereby the current situation makes it clear how important it is to remain vigilant and take the safety precautions seriously so that such dangerous situations such as the surface fire in Belsch do not become the rule.