The decision applies immediately and means that it’s now totally forbidden to light fires or grill/barbecue outdoors in all municipalities in Uppsala County. This now also includes fires and grill/barbecue in private yards, fireplaces and use of backpacking stoves. The fire ban also includes candles and torches. The fire ban is in effect until August 31st.
The County Administrative Board announces that no exceptions are allowed.
INFORMATION PÅ SVENSKA: Totalt eldningsförud har införts