High temperatures, Ministry of Defense: Here are the 4 regions with high risk of fires

2025-06-28 10:20:49Aktualitet SHKRUAR NGA REDAKSIA VOX
High temperatures, Ministry of Defense: Here are the 4 regions with high risk of
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During the last 24 hours, 9 fires have been reported in five municipalities: Tirana, Durrës, Kavajë, Lezhë and Berat.

All fires have been neutralized - the National Civil Protection Agency announces, without causing damage to people, homes or livestock.

9 operational forces and 64 firefighting vehicles have been engaged in firefighting operations.

Regarding the risk of fires, authorities announce that a "high" risk level is expected in the regions of Lezhë, Durrës, Tirana and Fier, while in the other regions a "moderate" risk level is predicted.

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During the last 24 hours, 9 fires have been reported in five municipalities: Tirana, Durrës, Kavajë, Lezhë and Berat. All fires have been successfully neutralized, without causing damage to people, homes or livestock.

In 6 cases, the fire has involved areas with bushes and grass, causing the burning of about 0.5 hectares. In 2 cases, the fire has hit homes: one in neighborhood no. 5 of the Kavaja Municipality and one in the village of Ishull Shëngjin, where material damage has been caused. In the case of Ishull Shëngjin, due to a gas leak, a woman was injured, who was immediately transported to the Trauma Hospital.

In another case, a private vehicle caught fire, causing only material damage. 9 operational forces and 64 firefighting vehicles were engaged in firefighting operations.

According to the forecasts of the Institute of Geosciences, no rain is expected today.

Regarding the risk of fires, a "HIGH" risk level is expected in the regions of Lezhë, Durrës, Tirana and Fier, while in the other regions a "MODERATE" risk level is predicted. The entire Civil Protection mechanism, both at the local and central levels, remains engaged and in continuous monitoring of the situation.

We invite citizens to show increased caution during these days of high temperatures and to report any cases to the relevant institutions in real time.


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