The Community of Madrid is monitoring the use of smokers in beekeeping to prevent forest…

The Community of Madrid is monitoring the use of smokers in beekeeping to prevent forest fires, particularly during the high-risk period outlined in the Special Civil Protection Plan for Forest Fire Emergencies (INFOMA). The Madrid Emergency and Security Agency (ASEM112) is responsible for authorizing this practice and ensuring it is conducted safely.

Currently, the region has over 16,600 beehives across 626 active apiaries, where smokers are essential for beekeepers to manage hives without disturbing the bees. However, since these devices require fire to operate, strict fire prevention measures are necessary during peak fire risk months.