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Heat wave in Gera: Fire brigade fights devastating field fire!
Midsummer temperatures in Gera lead to an increased risk of fire. Fire brigade fights field fire, population urged to be careful.
Heat wave in Gera: Fire brigade fights devastating field fire!
Today, June 25, 2025, the dry midsummer is causing an increased risk of fire in Gera. A field fire broke out on Dornaer Strasse and spread across around 150 square meters of land. The Gera fire department was quickly on the scene and used several C-pipes and around 2,000 liters of water to contain the fire. However, the high outside temperatures made extinguishing work considerably more difficult and placed a great burden on the courageous volunteer firefighters.
The risk of forest fires in the region is alarming. According to the latest reports, the Wildfire Danger Index (WBI) is at level 4 out of 5, which is classified as high danger. The Grassland Fire Index (GLFI) also rates the situation at level 5 out of 5 - this shows that the risk of fires in open and unforested areas is extremely high. Anyone who is out in nature should, above all, avoid open flames and strictly observe the smoking bans. If there are any suspected cases, the public is asked to immediately call the emergency number 112 to ensure a quick response.
Preventive measures and appeal to citizens
The authorities are called upon to deal with the high risk. The police have launched an investigation into the cause of the fire; Arson cannot be ruled out. In this regard, the appeal to citizens is more important than ever: it is up to each individual to help prevent further fires and support the emergency services.
In order to better assess the current risk, it is helpful to know the different levels of the forest fire danger index. The WBI is calculated from various meteorological data that takes into account the climatic conditions of the last five days, while the GLFI specifically assesses the hazard in unshaded grasslands. More information is available on the website of German Weather Service, where updated maps of the WBI and GLFI are also provided.
Forest and grassland fires are no trivial offense. They can endanger human lives and cause immense damage to nature. Therefore, the information about the weather is of great importance. According to that District Fire Brigade Association The danger levels are continuously monitored in order to inform and prepare both the population and the fire brigade in a timely manner.
Overall, the current situation in Gera shows how important it is to be careful and aware of the dangers posed by fire. Everyone can make a contribution to safety – and that starts with treating nature with respect.