TIRANA, July 26 /ATA/ Firefighters have contained the wildfire that broke out in Vlora’s Soda Forest on Sunday afternoon, while emergency authorities remain on the ground to monitor the situation and prevent any flare-ups.
Interior Minister Besfort Lamallari said in a social media post that the situation was being closely monitored in coordination with all agencies involved in the operation.
“Vlora is going through tough hours as wildfires continue to rage on in the Soda Forest and several other areas. We are monitoring the situation around the clock, in coordination with all teams on the ground working to contain the fires,” Lamallari said.
He also expressed his gratitude to firefighters, local authorities and local residents for their commitment and efforts in tackling the fires.
“I thank every member of the emergency services who is responding to this difficult situation with professionalism and dedication. I also extend my gratitude to local authorities and residents for their commitment. Our priority remains protecting people’s lives, homes and our natural heritage,” the minister said.
He added that emergency crews would remain deployed until the situation was fully under control.
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