Tips for dealing with forest fires in the best possible way

Learn how to prevent and help.

Traditionally, natural phenomena such as lightning have been the main causes of fire. Nowadays, the vast majority of fires have their origin in accidents, especially negligence in agricultural tasks or in the recreational use of our forests and in vandalism, which gives rise to an increasing number of intentional fires.

Climate change is exacerbating the problem of forest fires, which are becoming faster, more dangerous and more difficult to control. Fires cause increased temperatures, prolonged periods of drought - leading to dryer soils - and heat waves. These are just some of the consequences of fires on the environment.

Fires worsen climate change and, in turn, climate change intensifies the occurrence of fires. Therefore, it is essential to make society aware of the importance of forest fire prevention through individual action. Someone who knows what actions help prevent forest fires can save lives, including the lives of the planet.

Tips for dealing with forest fires

Some of the most common tips to prevent fires are: do not leave waste that can cause a fire, do not build fires during fire season and, of course, know how to react to a fire.

It is very important to know how to prevent forest fires and what measures to take. Here are some recommendations to avoid them.

In case you find yourself in a fire, we offer the following advice:

  • Observe the direction of the fire and provide an escape route.
  • The clothing will protect you.
  • Breathe with a wet handkerchief covering mouth and nose.
  • Keep an eye on the wind, a change can cause the fire to go around you, always go in the opposite direction.
  • Try to go to the most devoid of vegetation areas.
  • Do not run away from the fire uphill, it is better to go through the flanks or areas already burned, do not run into ravines, ravines or holes, try to stay next to firebreaks or natural barriers (river, roads).
  • If fire surrounds you, place yourself on land that has already been burned.
  • Remain calm and obey the instructions of forestry or civil protection agents.

As you already know, fires destroy everything in their path, complicating the task of saving our crops. In addition, the causes generated by fires cause consequences that last for a long time, so prevention and awareness will always be the best option. 

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