Canillo Council Bans Fires and Fireworks Amid High Wildfire Risk
Authorities in Andorra's Canillo parish imposed the restriction to counter dry weather elevating fire hazards. Officials stress public cooperation to avoid threats to forests and communities.
Key Points
- Ban on fires, fireworks, and pyrotechnics across Canillo parish until further notice.
- Aimed at preventing forest fires and protecting people, environment, and property.
- Due to dry conditions increasing outbreak dangers; no specific incidents triggered it.
- Violations punishable by fines up to €6,000; public urged to comply.
The Canillo parish council has banned the lighting of fires, use of fireworks, and any other pyrotechnic materials throughout the parish owing to high wildfire risk.
The measure, in force until further notice, aims to avert forest fires and safeguard people, the natural environment, forests, natural spaces, and public and private property. It responds to prevailing dry conditions that heighten the danger of outbreaks endangering the population.
Local officials have appealed for public responsibility in observing the ban and adopting heightened precautions during its duration. Breaches qualify as infractions under existing regulations, with potential fines reaching €6,000.
No specific incidents prompted the action, which highlights persistent wildfire threats in Andorra during vulnerable periods. The council will announce when conditions allow the restriction to end.
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