# Mostar scrapyard fire

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/mostar-scrapyard-fire
> Updated: 2026-09-27T13:39:46.000Z. Sources: 15. Developments: 2.

A fire broke out at a car scrapyard in Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina, destroying several vehicles. The Mostar Professional Firefighting Unit and local police responded to the scene to contain the blaze and prevent the flames from spreading to nearby residential properties and a nearby building.

While thick smoke was visible, no injuries were reported. Although official causes have not been released, unofficial reports suggest the fire may have been caused by an individual igniting waste during cleaning activities near a house.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-27: Mostar scrapyard fire destroys multiple vehicles

A fire at a car scrapyard in Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina, destroyed multiple vehicles but was contained by firefighters before spreading to nearby homes. No injuries were reported.

8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/mostar-scrapyard-fire-destroys-multiple-vehicles

### 2026-09-26: Tetovo scrapyard fire causes explosions and thick smoke

A major fire at a car scrapyard in Tetovo, North Macedonia, caused explosions and thick smoke. Firefighters secured a nearby gas station, and residents were advised to keep windows closed.

7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/tetovo-car-scrapyard-fire-causes-thick-smoke-and-explosions

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