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The Department of Forests informs the public that today, Sunday, August 25, 2024, the risk of outbreak and expansion of forest fires is at "Red Alert" level.
It is stressed that lighting fires without permission is prohibited and constitutes an offence which, under the Forestry Act 2012, is punishable by imprisonment for up to 10 years or a fine of up to €50,000.00 or both penalties together and, under the Prevention of Rural Fires Act 1988, by up to 5 years or a fine of up to €20,000 or both penalties together.
Lighting a fire for the preparation of food is only permitted on barbecues in picnic areas.
A strong appeal is made to hunters to be particularly careful with cigarette butts during their outings and not to light a fire for any reason and under any circumstances. We also urge the general public to be especially cautious, completely avoiding actions and activities that are likely to cause a fire. The use of tools or agricultural machinery that produce heat, sparks or flame, such as emery, welding and soldering, involves a high degree of risk of causing a fire.
If anyone notices smoke or fire, please call 1407 (Forestry Department) or 112 (Fire Department) immediately.
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