News.az reports,citing APA.
As we know, as in every summer, “due to the gradual increase in air temperature, there is an increase in the mass number of citizens going to forests and forest surroundings areas for recreation.
During recreation, there is a risk of fires in forests for various reasons.Cases that increase the risk of fires in forests. Thus, as a result of the analysis of the causes of fires that occurred in forests and forest surroundings in recent years. By the Ministry of Emergency Situations, it was determined that forest fires mainly arose from the neglect or irresponsible behavior of some citizens to the simplest fire safety rules. It should be borne in mind that even the slightest carelessness can result in serious consequences for forest areas, flora and fauna, the environment in general, and ultimately society.
Considering the above, the Ministry of Emergency Situations appeals to the population, including citizens living in areas near forests and going to rest in nature, and urges them to strictly comply with fire safety rules calls.
Where can a bonfire be lit in the forest?
So, a bonfire in the forest should be lit only in specially designated places, for this purpose, areas with undergrowth, dry grass and bushes, wood chips should not be selected, the grass around the bonfire should be cleared within a radius of 0.5-1 meter. The remaining bonfire should not be left unattended and should be completely extinguished when leaving the area. It is forbidden to make bonfires in windy weather. It should not be forgotten that throwing incompletely extinguished cigarette butts and matches, glass objects and materials soaked in flammable liquids around creates a fire hazard.
The Ministry of Emergency Situations recommends calling 112 in case of danger.
