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Field fire in Miltitz: Fire brigade stops flames with quick reaction!
On August 12, 2025, there was a field fire in Miltitz, which was quickly contained through quick action by the fire department.
Field fire in Miltitz: Fire brigade stops flames with quick reaction!
On Tuesday at 2:46 p.m., the local fire brigade reported a field fire in Miltitz, in the municipality of Klipphausen. Loud diesachsen.de The fire covered an area of around 100 by 300 meters and spread quickly. However, thanks to the quick intervention of the Klipphausen fire department, supported by other fire departments and local farmers, the fire was quickly contained and extinguished.
The Röhrsdorf fire department, the Garsebach fire department, the Burkhardswalde volunteer fire department and the Miltitz fire department were on site to support the operation. An emergency command vehicle (ELW) supported the extinguishing efforts. The quick action of everyone involved helped prevent major damage and minimize the risk to adjacent areas.
Forest fire background
Forest fires are a serious problem, often caused by arson and reckless behavior. That's how he reports German Fire Brigade Association, that in 2016, almost half of the 608 wildfires recorded were caused by intentional actions or negligence. These statistics highlight the need for responsible behavior in nature, especially on hot days.
Visitors to forests are required to observe laws and rules. In particular, barbecue fires should only be lit at official fire pits. In addition, there is an absolute ban on smoking in the forest in many federal states between March 1st and October 31st. A minimum distance of 100 meters from the edge of the forest is required for open fires outside the forest.
In the event of a fire, those affected should immediately alert the fire department by calling the free emergency number 112. In this way, a quick response can be ensured to minimize the dangers of fire.