Wildfires engulf hilly areas in Blacë and Podgorie, residents and firefighters fighting the flames

Wildfires engulf hilly areas in Blacë and Podgorie, residents and firefighters fighting the flames

A hilly and plain area between the village of Blacë and Podgorie in sooutheastern Albania was engulfed by fires today.

According to the information, the flames involved a considerable area of ​​grass and bushes, which is located near vineyards and orchards, but far from residential areas.
Top Channel’s Dhorjela Çule informs that the flames are supported by the winds and high temperatures, while the residents of the area have engaged themselves against the flames and are trying to bring them under control.
The causes of the fire are not known, but according to official sources, there are 2 groups of the Maliqi Fire Department and employees of the administrative unit of Vreshtazi, who are working with the support of the residents of the area.

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