Thunderstorm with hail and extreme fire hazard: weather forecasters issue storm warnings
Today, by the end of the day, a thunderstorm is expected in Lviv, with a squall of 15-20 m/s and large hail (6-19 mm in diameter). There will also be an extraordinary (class 5) fire hazard from 13 to 15 July. This was reported by the Regional Centre for Hydrometeorology.
We remind you of the rules of behaviour during a thunderstorm:
– close windows and doors at home; unplug all electrical appliances – they attract lightning, including the phone – there is a risk of lightning striking while talking.
– When outdoors, do not hide under trees, as they attract lightning; there is also a danger of heavy branches falling, which can break from wind gusts and cause damage; avoid metal fences, billboards, power poles and, in any case, do not open an umbrella if you have it with you – metal rods attract discharges.
Experts also remind that unauthorised burning of dry vegetation, which is prohibited in Ukraine, is punishable by a fine of UAH 3,060 to 6,120, and for officials – from UAH 15,300 to 21,420. For the same actions committed on the territory of nature reserves, arsonists face a fine of UAH 6,120 to 12,240. And in wartime, such actions are equated with sabotage, which entails criminal liability (imprisonment for 10 to 15 years). At the same time, citizens are reminded not to forget to call 102 and 103 when they see dry vegetation burning and arsonists.