Overview

• Prolonged drought and low rainfall since February have heightened wildfire risks, with the Deutscher Wetterdienst raising danger levels to 3 out of 5.
• Municipalities are closely monitoring weather conditions, with cancellations likely if wildfire risk reaches level 4 in the coming days.
• Authorities are implementing strict safety protocols, including controlled fire sizes and minimum distances from forests, to allow some Osterfeuer to proceed safely.
• Environmental groups warn that pre-assembled wood piles for bonfires pose significant risks to wildlife, urging organizers to rearrange materials before lighting.
• Creative adaptations, such as symbolic wooden structures, are being explored by some communities to preserve tradition while addressing safety and ecological concerns.