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Cottbus Bans Grave Candles Due to Fire Hazard

Summary by Berliner-sonntagsblatt.de
The city of Cottbus has banned the lighting of grave candles in all municipal cemeteries. The reason is the persistent drought and the associated fire risk, according to the mayor's office. The administration asks for understanding and encourages alternative forms of remembrance. At the Southern Cemetery, there are also increasing cases of ravaged graves by ravens and crows. The cemetery administration confirmed that the birds are responsible fo…
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The city of Cottbus has banned the lighting of grave candles in all municipal cemeteries. The reason is the persistent drought and the associated fire risk, according to the mayor's office. The administration asks for understanding and encourages alternative forms of remembrance. At the Southern Cemetery, there are also increasing cases of ravaged graves by ravens and crows. The cemetery administration confirmed that the birds are responsible fo…

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berliner-sonntagsblatt.de broke the news in on Friday, July 4, 2025.
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