Malta Rangers Urge Public To Avoid Making Fires

Jul 25 2023

The Malta Ranger Unit have issued a public statement urging the public to avoid making any fires as the combination of increased winds and a heat wave could lead to disastrous results.

‘Our Rangers will up the game by increased patrolling of the areas where fires are illegal and make sure that such are discontinued’, wrote the Malta Ranger Unit.

‘We suggest that you don’t do any charcoal BBQs or open fires during this heatwave, but if you still proceed doing so, we summarised some do’s and don’ts.’

ONLY make fires where it’s legal, check with the Local Council if unsure.
Do NOT make a fire closer than 10-15m to vegetation!
ONLY put the charcoal/wood that you need to cook the food.
ALWAYS have plenty of water next to the fire pit/BBQ. A fire blanket is a good investment!
Do NOT leave any fire or BBQ unattended, not even for a minute.
If you use a single use BBQ, remove the paper tray and make use of the metal stand. The paper catches fire if the aluminium tray is kept in it.
ELEVATE all fires and BBQs. Never do a ground fire/BBQ!
Do NOT dispose of leftover charcoal or wood in nature. Bring it with you home! It might self ignite later on if left on site.

‘Let’s not drain the resources of Civil Protection Malta’, the unit urged, asking the public to avoid the fires that could easily be avoided and safeguard the few green areas we have left.

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Strong Winds To Hit Malta As Heat Wave Persists

Jul 25 2023

As Malta suffers intense temperatures and power cuts, local meteorological reports have forecasted strong winds set to hit the islands starting today and possibly into tomorrow.

A record 42.7°C was registered on Monday 24th July 2023, a record heat set back in 1988 and just one degree under August 1999’s scorching 43.8°C.

According to It-Temp Madwarna, the minimum temperature did not drop below 30°C last night, with the temperature expected to reach 43°C on Tuesday, 25th.

However, some respite might be given to the people on the islands as strong winds are being forecasted to hit starting today and well into Wednesday.

The wind is also set to be of a strong Force 6 to 7, and could bring the temperatures down ever so slightly. The Health Authorities still have their health warning issued, calling on people to look out for signs of heat stroke and how to deal with such situations.

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New National Record Set For Largest ‘Tużżana Pastizzi’

Jul 25 2023

Vibe’s Nate, Frank and Rossi have officially set the record for the largest ‘tużżana pastizzi’, which, when placed from one end to the other, measure about 3 metres and 58 centimetres.

The radio hosts set up their stands at the Malta International Food Festival and were visited by The Malta Records, who confirmed the national record.

Each pastizz measures about 29cm and 30cm, making for a massive crunchy snack – albeit, one that has to be shared.

With 6 ricotta and 6 piżelli – to ensure that everyone’s tastebuds are satisfied given the oft touted differences in preference between the two – the national record also continues to promote Malta’s culinary culture.

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Could This Be The Biggest ‘Tużżana Pastizzi’?

Jul 24 2023

6 ricotta. 6 pizelli. Vibe FM hosts Nate, Frank and Rossi are out to set a national record as they present possibly the island’s largest dozen of pastizzi at the International Food Festival.

Showing off their majestic, and massive, batch of the iconic Maltese snack, they are minutes away from potentially setting a new record for the largest pastizzi dozen, cooked up by local gem, Sphinx.

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The size does not in any way take away from their mouth-watering crunch and delicious innards – but who said you cannot enjoy pastizzi whilst breaking a record in the process?

And that’s what this trio has set out to do outside Valletta’s city gate this evening!

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