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Montenegro continues to battle forest fires near Podgorica

August 12, 2025 / 6:31 PM
Montenegro continues to battle forest fires near Podgorica
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Sharjah 24 – AFP: For the second consecutive day, firefighters in Montenegro are working to contain forest fires burning in areas surrounding the capital, Podgorica. The blazes, fueled by an intense heat wave affecting the Balkan region, have led to the evacuation of several families and the destruction of at least two homes.

Aerial support and regional firefighting efforts

Helicopters have been deployed to assist ground crews in battling the flames, as authorities intensify efforts to bring the fires under control.

Heat wave sparks fires across the Balkans

Montenegro is not alone in facing these challenges. Neighboring countries, including Albania and Croatia, are also struggling with widespread forest fires due to the ongoing heat wave sweeping across the Balkans.

 

August 12, 2025 / 6:31 PM

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