The ban on visiting forests is in effect in 15 districts of the Nizhny Novgorod region.

      July 5, 2026 16:10 Society According to the information from the Ministry of Forestry of the region, a high level of fire danger has been recorded in the forests of the area: in a number of municipalities, it has reached the 3rd class, and in certain places - the 4th class. The department reminded that in areas with 4th and 5th class fire danger, there is a ban on citizens visiting the forests. In the territory of two municipalities, the fourth class of fire danger has been fully established: this is the urban district of Sarov and the Pavlovsky municipal district. In 13 municipalities, the 4th class of fire danger is observed partially: these are the urban district of Dzerzhinsk, the urban district of Pervomaisk, as well as the Ardatovsky, Bogorodsky, Vachsky, Voznesensky, Volodarsky, Gaginsky, Diveevsky, Lukoyanovsky, Pochinkovsky, Sosnovsky, and Shatkovsky municipal districts. At the same time, in 35 municipalities, the third class of fire danger has been fully recorded. These include the urban districts of Arzamas, Vyksa, Kulebaki, and Nizhny Novgorod, as well as the municipal districts of Bor, Chkalovsk, Shakhunya, and others. We remind you that during the fire hazard season, it is prohibited to burn garbage and dry vegetation on household and garden plots, as well as to light bonfires in the forests. It is also forbidden to throw unextinguished cigarettes, matches, and hot ash into the grass. It is dangerous to leave rags soaked in gasoline, oil, or other flammable liquids in the forest. In addition, glass bottles and shards in the sun can act as lenses and become the cause of a fire. If a fire is detected, it is necessary to immediately report it to the forest protection hotline at 8(800)100−94−00 or to the regional dispatch service at 8(831)430−01−23. NIA "Nizhny Novgorod" has channels on Telegram and MAX. Subscribe to stay informed about major events, exclusive materials, and operational information. Copyright © 1999—2025 NIA "Nizhny Novgorod". When reprinting, a hyperlink to NIA "Nizhny Novgorod" is mandatory. This resource may contain materials 18+