TIRANA, August 20 – Albania’s Ministry of Defence reported 35 fires across the country over the past 24 hours. Five remain active, while 3 others are under control. A total of 382 operational personnel and 40 fire engines are supporting the response. In addition, the Armed Forces have deployed 90 personnel and 3 Air Force helicopters.

On Mount Dajti, 30 Armed Forces personnel continue efforts to extinguish the fire. Authorities report no risk to populated areas. Meanwhile, forces have brought the fire in Priska under control. In Lufaj, Mirdita, the fire remains active at low intensity. Operational forces continue their work, with no reported risk to populated areas.

In Puka, the situation has improved in the forest areas of Mount Terbun. However, fires remain active in Gjegjan and Gojan. During the operation, forces evacuated one family and prevented the fire from reaching the home. Today, 40 Armed Forces personnel and 2 helicopters are supporting the operation. Elsewhere, teams continue work in Gjorm i Sipërm, Malesi e Madhe, and Tunje e Re, Gramsh.

At the same time, Lura National Park remains under control after forces extinguished the fire. Operations also continue in Qafë-Helmes, with no reported risk to populated areas. The National Civil Protection Agency continues to monitor the situation nationwide.

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