Overview

• The German Weather Service (DWD) reports a high risk of forest fires in parts of Brandenburg, Berlin, and Bavaria due to ongoing dry conditions and strong sunlight.
• February rainfall was significantly below average, with only 24 liters per square meter, less than half the usual amount, leaving soil conditions dry.
• Authorities urge caution from the public, warning that discarded cigarettes or sparks can easily ignite dried vegetation like grass and pine needles.
• Brandenburg, known for its sandy soil and pine forests, has reopened forest fire monitoring centers and is drilling new water wells to improve firefighting resources.
• A weather shift early next week is expected to bring some rain, which may temporarily reduce the fire risk in affected areas.