Forest fire danger level 4 in Jena and the surrounding area

Forest fire danger level 4 applies in Jena and the surrounding area. The city of Jena therefore urges everyone to take special care when dealing with fire and to observe the following instructions:

• If you notice a fire, please call the emergency number 112 immediately. Ideally, the exact location can be described, for example with the help of the signposted rescue points.
• Open fires and smoking are prohibited in the forest.
• The public campfire sites and barbecue areas are closed.
• Great care must be taken when barbecuing and it should only be done in safe locations (sufficient distance from trees/shrubs, fireproof surface, etc.).
• If it is necessary to use motor vehicles in the forest, near the forest or on unpaved areas, it is essential to be aware of the possibility of ignition from hot exhaust systems.