Lighting a fire, for food preparation, is only allowed in the grills of the picnic areas.
The danger of explosion and spread of forest fires remains at the “Red Alert” level tomorrow.
In its relevant announcement, the Forestry Department emphasizes that it is forbidden to light a fire without a permit and that it constitutes an offense which according to under 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 of Fires in the Countryside Law of 1988 up to 5 years or a fine of up to €20,000 or both penalties together.
Lighting a fire, to prepare food, is only allowed in the grills of the picnic areas.
The public is also strongly urged to be especially careful during his excursions, completely avoiding actions and activities 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.
Finally, in case If anyone notices smoke or fire, call 1407 (Forestry Department) or 112 (Fire Service) immediately.
