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Hunting ban in Heidekreis due to flooding

Hunting is currently prohibited in flood areas of the Heidekreis district in Lower Saxony. Hunting is not permitted there, the district announced on Saturday. The so-called emergency period is limited to the duration of the flood situation and will be lifted again at short notice. The district...

A flood sign stands by a flooded field. Photo.aussiedlerbote.de
A flood sign stands by a flooded field. Photo.aussiedlerbote.de

Storm - Hunting ban in Heidekreis due to flooding

Hunting is currently prohibited in flood areas of the Heidekreis district in Lower Saxony. Hunting is not permitted there, the district announced on Saturday. The so-called emergency period is limited to the duration of the flood situation and will be lifted again at short notice. The district appealed to the population to avoid the flood areas and the game's retreat areas. According to the district, an emergency period is declared when game cannot find natural food for a longer period of time due to special weather conditions. During this time, the game is protected from being shot and fed.

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  1. Due to the ongoing flood situation in Lower Saxony, particularly in the Heidekreis county, the local authorities have imposed a hunting ban in the flood zones.
  2. The bad weather in Bad Fallingbostel, part of Heidekreis district, has significantly contributed to the flood situation, making it difficult for animals to find food.
  3. The hunting ban is a response to the flood situation and is expected to last until the flood waters subside, according to the district's announcement.
  4. Residents and visitors are urged to stay away from the flood areas and the animals' retreat areas, as the flood zone can pose a danger to both human life and wildlife.
  5. The decision to declare an emergency period in Heidekreis district is made when the animals cannot find natural food for an extended period due to unusual weather conditions, protecting them from hunting and ensuring their survival.

Source: www.stern.de

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