The Forestry Department informs the public that tomorrow, Wednesday, August 14, 2024, the risk of forest fires erupting and spreading will be at the “RED ALARM” level.
It is emphasized that lighting a fire without a permit is prohibited and that it constitutes an offense 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 and according to the Prevention Fires in the Countryside Law of 1988 up to 5 years or with a fine of up to €20,000 or both penalties together.
Lighting a fire, for food preparation, is only allowed in the grills of the picnic areas.
Addressed, also, the public is strongly urged to be extra careful during their outings, completely avoiding actions and activities that are likely to cause a fire, such as the use of tools or agricultural machinery that produce heat, sparks or flame, such as emery, oxygen welding and electric welding.< /p>
Finally, if someone perceives smoke or fire, they are asked to immediately call 1407 (Forestry Department) or 112 (Fire Service).
Meanwhile, a new yellow warning comes into effect tomorrow with the maximum temperature reaching 41 degrees Celsius.
READ HERE : New yellow warning for high temperatures
