For the area around the pilgrimage town of Kevelaer, Forest Fire Danger Level 4 is in effect today, Monday, August 3, 2026, and tomorrow, Tuesday, August 4, 2026. This means there is a high risk of forest and wildfires.
The pilgrimage town of Kevelaer asks all residents, guests, and visitors to exercise special caution and act responsibly in forests, at forest edges, and in green spaces and open areas.
In particular, we ask that you:
- Do not light fires or use open flames in the forest or near the forest,
- Do not carelessly discard cigarettes or other burning objects,
- Do not park vehicles on dry grass or on highly flammable surfaces,
- Refrain from barbecuing and using other fire pits in or immediately adjacent to the forest,
- Report any smoke or fires immediately by calling the emergency number 112.
Even minor lapses in caution can cause a fire to spread rapidly under current weather conditions.
The pilgrimage town of Kevelaer therefore urges everyone to follow these guidelines, to help protect people, nature, and property by acting responsibly, and to continue to exercise caution in light of the ongoing drought.