Drought Causes Barbecue Ban at Public Grilling Areas in Vienna

Additionally, smoking, barbecuing, or handling open flames is not allowed in the forest and in its immediate vicinity. Shishas are not exempt from this. The ban will be maintained until further notice - it will only be lifted after prolonged rainfall.

Vienna Imposes Barbecue Ban at Public Barbecue Areas

"The current dryness leads to an especially high risk of forest fires. We therefore urgently appeal to all Viennese to adhere to the barbecue and fire ban," said Climate City Councillor Jürgen Czernohorszky (SPÖ) on Monday in a press release.  "If you notice a forest fire or smoke development during a walk, please immediately alert the fire department via emergency number 122," quoted Deputy Head of the Forestry and Agricultural Operations Herbert Weidinger. Barbecuing in private gardens is still allowed - if they are located outside the danger zones near the forest.

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