During a seemingly routine firefighting operation on the island of Great Kornat on August 30, 2007, the greatest tragedy in the history of Croatian firefighting occurred, when 12 firefighters died and only one survived. (translated)
In the Kornati tragedy that occurred on August 30, 2007, during a routine firefighting operation, 12 firefighters died, while one survived with serious injuries. (translated)
The local board of Borak warns of the dangers associated with the traffic infrastructure after a fire prevented firefighters from accessing homes, emphasizing that due to insufficient road access and the prolonged irresponsibility of the competent authorities, the lives of 2,000 residents depend on the only access road, which presents a significant risk. (translated)
In a serious traffic accident on the Hungarian motorway M3, which occurred on Sunday night, a bus with Polish license plates overturned, resulting in 12 people dead and at least ten injured, while firefighters rescued survivors through the vehicle's windows. (translated)
The article reports on the alarming situation in Europe due to large forest fires that have resulted in mass evacuations, and the President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, warns of increasing threats, particularly in the eastern parts of the continent, while firefighters in multiple countries, including France, Germany, Spain, and Greece, are working to contain the devastating fires and protect the affected areas. (translated)
Footage of firefighters from the heart of the fire near Omiš reveals dramatic moments in the battle against one of the most challenging fires in this area, which broke out on August 13, destroying more than 900 hectares of land, evacuating over a thousand people, and causing serious injuries to several individuals. (translated)
It's hard to watch the scenes of the fires that are affecting Croatia these days. A big thank you to the firefighters, the services on the ground, and everyone who is giving their all around the clock to protect people and their homes.❤️ (translated)
The mayor of Omiš, Zvonko Močić, commented on the exceptionally rapid and strange spread of the fire in which one person lost their life, thanking the firefighters and the local community for their quick response, while the situation on the ground is gradually normalizing and the assessment of the damage is beginning, which includes the destruction of dozens of cars and houses. (translated)
The Croatian army, along with air forces and firefighters, tirelessly extinguishes large fires across Dalmatia, facing difficult conditions such as strong winds and challenging terrain, while simultaneously assisting in the evacuation of the population. (translated)
The fire that broke out near Omiš caused significant damage, destroying approximately 900 hectares of vegetation, numerous houses and cars, and leading to the discovery of a dead body, while 36 people sought medical assistance, and the situation remains critical with the fire reactivating. (translated)
President Zoran Milanović visited Omiš in the midst of a large fire that affected the area, expressing support for the local residents and firefighters, and pointing out the possibility that the fire was not caused solely by natural circumstances. (translated)
On the Omis Riviera, devastated by one of the worst fires in the history of Croatia, only ruins and ashes remain, and more than 2000 people saved their lives by fleeing into the sea while firefighters battle the blaze. (translated)
In the Omiš area, the recovery from a serious fire that destroyed numerous houses, cars, and tourist facilities continues, with 36 injured, 10 of whom are in intensive care, while about 2000 people have been evacuated, and the damage is estimated at around 1000 hectares of burned area. (translated)
In a catastrophic fire that struck the Omiš area last night, 36 people were injured, between 900 and 1000 hectares were burned, and citizens had to evacuate while firefighters have been battling the blaze without a break since last night. (translated)
A large fire has broken out in Pelješac, burning down a church and threatening homes, and despite the engagement of all firefighting forces and aircraft, the situation is complicated by strong winds that further spread the fire threat. (translated)
A strong fire broke out in Omiš yesterday, leading to the evacuation of over a thousand people and destroying between 900 and 1000 hectares of land, while firefighters worked hard to defend homes from the fire, which was fueled by stormy winds and prolonged drought. (translated)
Thousands of people have been evacuated near Omiš due to one of the most severe fires in recent years, while mayor Zvonko Močić emphasizes that the situation is calmer this morning, but the danger has not completely passed, and he thanks volunteers, police, and firefighters for their brave defense of homes. (translated)
The chief fire commander Slavko Tucaković described the fire in the Omiš area as one of the most difficult in his career, emphasizing that it spread rapidly due to stormy winds, dry vegetation conditions, and a prolonged heatwave, resulting in substantial material damage and the evacuation of more than a thousand people. (translated)
Prime Minister Andrej Plenković and ministers are coming to Omiš to meet with key services after a large fire near Lokva Rogoznica injured at least 36 people, with 7 in life-threatening condition. (translated)
The main fire commander Slavko Tucaković described the difficult night battling the fire near Omiš, emphasizing that the situation was catastrophic and that this is one of the most difficult fires in history, although there is currently no open flame. (translated)
