The dry seasons between March 10–September 10 and September 20–November 10 are officially designated as fire danger periods in Mongolia.
In 2024, nine forest fire incidents were registered and investigated by the police, with cases forwarded to the courts. One such incident occurred on April 16, 2025, when a fire destroyed 2,265 hectares of land. The investigation revealed that the fire was caused by a resident of the soum, identified as “B” who carelessly disposed of ash outside. The fire caused environmental damage estimated at MNT 353.8 million.
The court sentenced the individual to one year of probation and ordered him to pay MNT 35 million in compensation for damages resulting from the negligent handling of flammable materials.
Police warned the public to avoid risky behaviors such as leaving ash in the open or carelessly discarding cigarette butts particularly during the spring and autumn dry seasons.
The dry seasons between March 10–September 10 and September 20–November 10 are officially designated as fire danger periods in Mongolia.
In 2024, nine forest fire incidents were registered and investigated by the police, with cases forwarded to the courts. One such incident occurred on April 16, 2025, when a fire destroyed 2,265 hectares of land. The investigation revealed that the fire was caused by a resident of the soum, identified as “B” who carelessly disposed of ash outside. The fire caused environmental damage estimated at MNT 353.8 million.
The court sentenced the individual to one year of probation and ordered him to pay MNT 35 million in compensation for damages resulting from the negligent handling of flammable materials.
Police warned the public to avoid risky behaviors such as leaving ash in the open or carelessly discarding cigarette butts particularly during the spring and autumn dry seasons.