Fire Danger Outdoors 4.4.6

Brandrisk Ute (Fire Danger Outdoors) is an application developed by the Swedish Civil Contingencies Agency designed for private individuals. The application serves to enhance awareness of fire risks in forests and open areas throughout Sweden, with a particular emphasis on the spring and summer seasons. Its primary function is to provide users with pertinent information and guidance to mitigate the likelihood of starting grass or forest fires, especially in scenarios involving fires or barbecues.

• By utilizing the GPS feature on your Android device, the application offers real-time fire danger forecasts specific to your current location. Users can also search for fire risk levels in alternative areas and mark preferred locations as Favorites. The integrated map displays various forecasts, including the potential for forest fire propagation, fuel dryness, and grass fire hazards.
• The fire danger forecast is regularly updated every hour. Users have access to the danger classification for each hourly interval within the next 48 hours, along with a projected fire risk assessment for the subsequent five days. Data regarding fire risk is sourced from the Swedish Meteorological and Hydrological Institute (SMHI).
• It's crucial to be mindful of potential local fire prohibitions in effect in your Swedish location. Therefore, consulting the app's fire ban functionality before initiating any fires is highly recommended.
• Brandrisk Ute also offers a range of resources including videos, FAQs, and guidelines on safer fire ignition techniques applicable in forested and open environments. The application is tailored for Android devices, with additional fire danger forecasts accessible via msb.se.

Given the localized nature of fire threats and the unpredictable weather patterns at play, users are advised to exercise caution, particularly with regards to wind conditions. A key safety precaution is refraining from lighting fires or using barbecues during periods of strong winds. Moreover, various activities such as driving off-road vehicles or operating chainsaws also pose potential fire risks that warrant attention.