Jordan | Security: Extinguishing a fire that broke out in the Al-Safsafa forest area in Ajloun

Weather of Arabia - A large fire broke out today, Monday, in the Al-Safsafa forest area in Ajloun Governorate.
The media spokesman for the Public Security Directorate told the Jordanian News Agency (Petra) that the civil defense cadres worked to control the fire and prevent it from spreading to larger areas, especially since the terrain of Ajloun Governorate is considered difficult and mountainous.

A heat wave affects the Kingdom

It is worth noting that the Kingdom is still under the influence of a heat wave, which is expected to increase its impact on the Kingdom in the next two days. Which leads to temperatures returning to 40 Celsius in many Jordanian cities.

Recommendations for preventing and dealing with forest fires?

• Education and awareness: People must be made aware of the importance of preserving the environment, the dangers of forest fires, and how to prevent them.
• Developing safety systems: Areas prone to forest fires need good safety systems, such as designing fire-resistant areas and providing safe evacuation routes.
• Firefighting team training: Areas prone to forest fires need teams trained and equipped to contain and extinguish fires.
• Use of advanced technology: Technologies such as drones and satellites can help monitor and control fires effectively.
• Enforce legislation and laws: Establish strict laws to prevent unsafe activities that cause forest fires and punish violators.

See also:

Jordan | Jordan Valley Authority: Calls on fellow farmers to take precautions in light of the rising temperatures

Jordan | A major fire in Dabouq... and traffic in the area was disrupted

Sources:

petra.gov.jo