Forest fire danger in Canton Solothurn: level 3
Unchanged since the first report last verified 01:10 CEST
Summary
Canton Solothurn is under a level 3 out of 5 forest fire danger warning. Outdoor fire bans must be observed, and smoke may affect air quality.
What hazard threatens
Wildfires may spread toward residential areas and worsen air quality through smoke and fine particles; local evacuations cannot be ruled out.
Local weather conditions
Measuring station Wynau, 422 m a.s.l. — reference station for the canton
61 mm
37.2 °C
76 km/h
Day of warning and following days
- Thu 30.07. 37° 15° measured
As of: Values as at the time of the warning; they are not updated afterwards.
Source: MeteoSwiss
Context & protective measures
Background: forest and surface fires occur in Switzerland mainly during dry summers and in Ticino. The main danger to the population is not only the flames but the smoke and fine particles that irritate the airways and severely reduce visibility. The FOEN rates the danger by region on a five-level scale; at high levels, fire bans often apply.
Recommendation
The likelihood of occurrence is low, the potential impact medium. Prepare using the relevant guide on protection in a wildfire and check on regional fire bans.
What to do now
Do not light any open fire outdoors, close windows and ventilation if smoke appears, stay indoors, and keep an emergency kit packed with escape routes clear. Follow authorities' instructions immediately.
Risk matrix
Affected area
The warning applies to the entire canton.