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Western Balkans battling widespread wildfires across multiple countries
The Western Balkans region is currently battling dozens of active wildfires across multiple countries, including North Macedonia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro, Croatia, and Albania. High temperatures, dry vegetation, and strong winds are complicating firefighting efforts.
In North Macedonia, between 14 and 21 forest fires have been reported, with several remaining active in areas such as Studeničani, Zeleničkovo, and Makedonski Brod. In Bosnia and Herzegovina, a fire on Mount Trebević near Sarajevo is being fought under difficult conditions, while a blaze in the village of Vranovina destroyed two houses and several auxiliary structures.
Montenegro is facing fires in numerous municipalities, including Podgorica, Herceg Novi, and Nikšić, prompting the use of aircraft that have dropped approximately 100 tons of water. In Croatia, fires have spread from Bosnia into the Konavle region, and a separate blaze occurred on the island of Sveti Kliment. Additionally, a fire was reported on a large ship near Čiovo, though all passengers were safe. Albania has also seen significant activity, recording 21 fires within a 24-hour period.
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Albania · Bosnia and Herzegovina · Montenegro · North Macedonia · Western Balkans
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- [● 2 SOURCES] Aircraft in Montenegro conducted 20 flights, dropping approximately 100 tons of water to combat fires. trn.mk · skopskoeho.mk
- [● 2 SOURCES] Albania recorded 21 fires within a 24-hour period, with six remaining active. trn.mk · skopskoeho.mk
- [● 2 SOURCES] A fire spread from Bosnia and Herzegovina into the Konavle region of Croatia. trn.mk · skopskoeho.mk
- [● 2 SOURCES] A large ship caught fire near Čiovo, Croatia, but all individuals on board were reported safe. trn.mk · skopskoeho.mk
- [● 3 SOURCES] A fire in the village of Vranovina, Foča, destroyed two houses and several auxiliary buildings. trn.mk · racin.mk · skopskoeho.mk
- [● 3 SOURCES] In North Macedonia, 12 fires have been extinguished while several remain active. trn.mk · racin.mk · skopskoeho.mk