Director Stojance Angelov, of the Directorate for Protection and Salvation, has reported that the fire that affected the village of Lopatitsa was fully extinguished during the night. Angelov attributed the cause of the blaze to fireflies. Despite the successful containment of the Lopatitsa incident, Angelov issued a strong advisory to the citizens.
He urged the public to exercise extreme caution regarding even minor sparks, warning that such small embers falling onto dry grass could escalate into a major catastrophe. Furthermore, Angelov expressed concern over the high temperatures recorded around midday on the day the fire occurred, emphasizing the need for continued vigilance. Regarding the ongoing response, efforts remain active.
Firefighters from Prilep have been deployed and stationed at Pincgaueri, remaining on standby to be activated immediately should the fire reignite. Authorities confirmed that the fire on the Maroevska side has either been extinguished or is currently under control. The overall sentiment remains cautiously optimistic, with officials noting a possibility of bringing the fire under complete control within the current week.
The directives from Angelov underscore that public awareness and adherence to safety protocols are paramount in mitigating further risks to the community.
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