Safeture and Riskline Release Global Wildfire Report with Travel Safety Tips
Data for the first quarter of 2024 indicate that the number of fires is expected to double this year. This increase is largely attributed to prolonged drought periods, unusually high temperatures, and the effects of climate change. Areas traditionally not prone to fires are now increasingly affected by wildfires.
The unpredictability of wildfire speed and spread due to fluctuating winds and dryness can quickly become a life-threatening hazard. The
Before the trip:
- Obtain travel insurance that covers cancellations due to natural disasters.
- Pack a high-performance mobile phone with good reception and a power bank.
- Download apps that provide real-time information on wildfires, evacuation routes, and safety tips.
On-site:
- Monitor weather forecasts and follow local media.
- Ensure your accommodation is equipped with smoke detectors.
- Pack a backpack with essential items (water, food, medications, documents, first aid kit, etc.).
At the first signs of wildfires:
- Observe the direction of the smoke plume and move in the opposite direction.
- If the atmosphere takes on a yellow-orange to reddish hue, leave the area immediately.
- Note that white smoke indicates fast-burning materials like grass, while dark smoke signifies longer-lasting fires from dense brush or wood.
- Remember that fires spread more quickly uphill than downhill
For more information, contact CMO
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