Gemeinde Wolfwil
Solothurn
Fire and Fireworks Ban with Immediate Effect
- 10 August 2026
- 100%
- Permanent position
- Solothurn
Job summary
In the Canton of Solothurn, drought conditions have escalated.
Tasks
- Fire danger has reached level 4 (high) due to extreme temperatures.
- An immediate fire ban is now in effect in forests and near water bodies.
- No fireworks are allowed throughout the entire canton area.
Skills
- Residents must comply with the fire regulations for safety.
- Stay informed about local weather and fire conditions.
- Report any fire hazards to the authorities promptly.
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About the job
Due to high temperatures and lack of precipitation, there is currently acute dryness in the canton of Solothurn. As a result, the forest fire danger has risen to danger level 4 (high). Following an assessment by various cantonal offices, the commander of the Solothurn Cantonal Police has imposed an absolute fire ban in forests, near forests, on river and lake shores, as well as a general fireworks ban throughout the entire canton. The order comes into effect immediately.
The ongoing dryness and high temperatures have led to a significant forest fire risk throughout the canton of Solothurn. Therefore, the commander of the Solothurn Cantonal Police, in consultation with the Solothurn Building Insurance, the Office for Forest, Hunting and Fisheries, and the Cantonal Command Staff, has imposed an absolute fire ban in forests, near forests, on river and lake shores, as well as a general fireworks ban across the entire canton. The order comes into effect immediately.
