Forest and vegetation fires are on the rise worldwide - from the extreme fires in California and southern Europe to the recurring fires in Australia and Canada. But what is the situation in Germany? Are our forests also increasingly threatened by climate change? The dry years 2018-2022 have shown that vegetation fires are no longer a rarity in this country.
In his presentation, forest fire expert Alexander Held from the European Forest Institute will take a look at the growing risk of forest fires, shed light on the role of forest management and discuss which measures can help to minimize the risk. A particular focus will be on controlled burning, which is successfully used internationally for prevention - could this also help in Germany?
We will also take a look at the operational readiness of fire departments in Germany. What specific challenges do forest and vegetation fires pose? How are emergency services prepared for them, and what strategies and technical solutions are already available?
We cordially invite you to take part in this exciting event and discuss the future of German forest fire protection with us.
In his presentation, forest fire expert Alexander Held from the European Forest Institute will take a look at the growing risk of forest fires, shed light on the role of forest management and discuss which measures can help to minimize the risk. A particular focus will be on controlled burning, which is successfully used internationally for prevention - could this also help in Germany?
We will also take a look at the operational readiness of fire departments in Germany. What specific challenges do forest and vegetation fires pose? How are emergency services prepared for them, and what strategies and technical solutions are already available?
We cordially invite you to take part in this exciting event and discuss the future of German forest fire protection with us.
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