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The Department of Forestry and the Fire Service inform the public that the prevailing heat wave conditions have greatly increased the risk of fires starting and spreading.
A warm appeal is made to the public to exercise extreme caution by completely avoiding actions and activities that could potentially cause a fire, such as the use of tools or farm equipment that produce heat, sparks or flame, such as emery, welding and welding.
Particular attention should also be paid to precautionary measures to prevent fire starting from the exhaust of various power generators or water pumps in the open air. It is emphasised that the burning of grass, sticks and bushes is prohibited and that the lighting of fires anywhere in the open air is prohibited except for the preparation of food in specially authorised and designated areas in organised excursion and camping areas.
Lighting a fire within the state forest or within 2km of its boundaries constitutes an offence which, according to the Forestry Law of 2012, is punishable by imprisonment of up to 10 years or a fine of up to €50.000,00 or both penalties together.
Anyone who notices smoke or fire is requested to immediately call 1407 (Forestry Department) or 112 (Fire Service).
Don't be the cause of the disaster!
(AF/EXP)
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