Wildfire danger level
In light of the fact that a state of emergency is in effect in the capital region due to the risk of wildfires, the Capital Region Incident Command Team is issuing the following notice.
In light of the fact that a state of emergency is in effect in the capital region due to the risk of wildfires, sends Capital Region Emergency Management has issued the following statement.
All firework displays are prohibited in the area.
Due to drought and the risk of wildfires in Heiðmörk and other wooded areas in the capital region, all use of fire is prohibited in the area. SMS messages will be sent to people entering Heiðmörk, but as the area is extensive, it is likely that people nearby will also receive the messages, and we ask for their understanding in light of the urgent situation. The SMS messages are being sent out in Icelandic, English and Polish. The vegetation is very dry, so it is important not to have a fire, smoke, or use tools that could create a fire risk in the area.
Public
and Some of the area's summer house owners are
encouraged to:
- Do not light a fire indoors or outdoors (fireplaces, barbecues, bonfires,
fireworks and more)
- Do not use disposable barbecues in the same way as regular barbecues.
- Explore escape routes to the summer house
- Consider fire safety (fire extinguishers, smoke alarms) and make an escape plan.
- Do not work with tools that get very hot or cause sparks.
- Keep flammable materials away from the house (consider the location of the gas cylinder)
- Moisture in vegetation around a house where it is dry
You can find out more.
Canceled due to wildfires:
If people become
If you notice a grass fire, you should call 112 immediately.