Filenews 1 July 2021
At the "Red Alert" level, the risk of explosion and expansion of forest fires remains on Friday 2 July, the Department of Forests said in a statement.
It notes that "it is prohibited to light a fire without permission which constitutes an offence which under the Forests Act 2012, is punishable by imprisonment of up to 10 years or a fine of up to €50,000.00 or both sentences together and in accordance with the Prevention of Fires in the Outdoors 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 allowed only in the grills of the excursion areas.
The Department of Forestry also makes a "strong appeal to the public to be particularly careful during their excursions, fully 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 welding".
Finally, in case anyone notices smoke or fire they are asked to call 1407 (Forest Department) or 112 (Fire Department).
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