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Marburger Parks are temporarily unavailable for public use.

Grilling is currently prohibited in Marburg's parks, green spaces, designated grilling areas, and the city forest due to the prolonged drought, as announced by the city authorities.

Marburger Parks are currently shut down
Marburger Parks are currently shut down

Marburger Parks are temporarily unavailable for public use.

In the university city of Marburg, a temporary ban on open fires has been instituted due to the ongoing drought, which heightens the risk of forest and field fires. This ban, effective until August 31, applies to municipal parks, green spaces, the forest, and all municipal grilling areas.

The local municipal authorities and city administration of Marburg are urging citizens to exercise caution and responsibility when discarding items that could potentially start a fire. This includes refraining from throwing lit cigarette butts, burning matches, disposing of ashes, tobacco remnants, and any other materials that could ignite. The city also advises against leaving glass bottles or any other combustible items lying around, as they can act as a fire hazard.

To ensure the safety of the city, access roads to fields and forests should be kept clear for large fire trucks and emergency vehicles. The city administration also encourages private individuals to refrain from open fires on their properties, as the ban applies to established fire pits and brought-in wood or charcoal grills as well.

Any actions that could cause fires are prohibited on public surfaces in Marburg. This includes lighting any type of grill, lighting candles, lighting charcoal for water pipes, and similar activities. The city administration emphasises the importance of adhering to these rules to minimise the risk of fires during this critical period.

The responsibility for establishing bans on open fires in parks, green spaces, forests, and public barbecue areas lies with the local municipal authorities or the city administration of Marburg. The city administration urges all citizens to cooperate in maintaining a safe environment for everyone during these challenging times.

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