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Increasing Forest Fire Risk in Germany
2024-08-29 17:55:07
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Increasing Forest Fire Risk in Germany

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Large forest fires have broken out in various regions of Germany, including Rietzneuendorf, Ravensbergen, and Jüterbog. The fires have posed significant challenges for the firefighters due to the high summer temperatures and the presence of old ammunition in some areas.

Despite a decrease in forest fires compared to the previous year, the 2022 forest fire season has been the most intense since 1976. The risk of forest fires remains high in Hessen, Nord- und Ostthüringen, and Sachsen, where low water levels in rivers exacerbate the situation.

The German Weather Service has issued warnings and advised caution for hikers and sports enthusiasts. Efforts to combat the fires involve the deployment of emergency personnel, all-terrain vehicles, and even helicopters.

The exact cause of some of the fires is still unknown, and authorities are closely monitoring the situation to prevent further spread.

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Hot Summer Weather with Thunderstorms

Germany is experiencing a heatwave, with temperatures reaching up to 35 degrees in various regions. The German Weather Service has issued warnings for heat in the northwest and Konstanz. Showers and thunderstorms are expected in the uplands, the Black Forest, and the Swabian Alb. This similar weather pattern is expected to continue into Friday and Saturday. Berlin and Brandenburg are also experiencing high temperatures, with a possibility of thunderstorms. Hessen and Thüringen are also expected to be hot, with temperatures reaching up to 33 and 34 degrees respectively. The high temperatures are accompanied by an increased risk of wildfires, with several incidents already reported. Despite the heat, some regions, such as Nordrhein-Westfalen, can expect occasional thunderstorms. The hot weather is expected to continue into September, with temperatures over 30 degrees in some areas.

Unseasonal Weather Patterns: From Frost to Heatwaves

As weather patterns continue to shift, experts warn of unpredictable and extreme conditions in various regions. In Baden-Württemberg, despite the late summer heat, meteorologists caution of frost and snow, suggesting a sudden winter onset is possible. In Südbaden, the autumn season could include both golden days and frosty nights. Germany as a whole experiences one last surge of summer heat, with temperatures reaching up to 35 degrees and warnings of strong heat stress. However, the longest heatwave of the year in Rheinland-Pfalz may end abruptly with severe thunderstorms. Meanwhile, in Australia, unseasonal warmth and clear skies serve as a harbinger of climate change, triggering early spring blooms and nesting patterns. The UN Secretary General emphasizes the urgency of addressing climate change and rising sea levels. These shifting weather patterns have disrupted traditional activities like ski holidays and barbecues, altering the timing of lawn care and outdoor chores.

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rbb24
28. August 2024 um 15:53

Forest fire breaks out near "Tropical Islands"

Large forest fire in Rietzneuendorf (30,000 sq m) in the Dahme-Spreewald district near Tropical Islands; Fire department with 120 emergency personnel and all-terrain tanker vehicles in operation; Lübben-Berlin railway line not affected; Another fire in Schernsdorf, Oder-Spree; High forest fire risk since the start of the forest fire season in early March, even at the highest level 5 in the Elbe-Elster district; Decrease in forest fires compared to the previous year (30 ha); Lausitz control cen..
gmx
29. August 2024 um 08:36

High forest fire risk in northern and eastern Thuringia

In Thuringia, it has hardly rained in the past few days. Now caution is again required in some forests.
rbb24
29. August 2024 um 11:41

Another forest fire breaks out on the former military training area Jüterbog

A forest fire has broken out on the former military training area near Jüterbog in the Teltow-Fläming district. As Raimund Engel, the forest fire protection officer, told rbb, it is currently a ground fire. However, the heat is making the firefighting efforts more difficult, he said. One has to wait and see how the wind behaves. According to Engel, the first emergency services have arrived on site. Less than two weeks ago
gmx
29. August 2024 um 13:34

Fire Again on Former Military Training Area near Jüterbog

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Fire on former military training area near Jüterbog; more than 12 hectares in flames; firefighting efforts hampered by old ammunition; fire department with 30 personnel on site; federal police helicopter to assist; drone to explore the area; forest fire on 700 hectares last year; cause of the fire still unclear; incident commander expects further spread; mid-August there was already a fire in the same area.
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