A huge blaze erupted in Vesuvius National Park, drawing about 100 firefighters to the scene. Helicopters and firefighting aircraft were dispatched to battle the flames, and local authorities have not ruled out an arson incident.
Italy. Fire in the Vesuvius National Park
According to the media in Italy, the fire has been burning for many hours, scorching the slope of Somma within the Vesuvius National Park. The situation is especially serious in the municipalities of Terzigno and Ottaviano. Regional authorities sent four helicopters, four firefighting aircraft, and about 100 people—firefighters and civil defence members—to combat the blaze. https://wiadomosci.g.pl/gory#anchorLink https://zakupy.avanti24.pl/parki#anchorLink
President of the Vesuvius National Park Comments
“Homes and roads are monitored, but the situation in the Alto Tirone reserve remains critical. Two additional Canadair aircraft will arrive in about an hour. We are confident they can provide decisive support, although the situation remains difficult,” said Raffaele De Luca, president of the Vesuvius National Park, as quoted by ildenario.it.
Mayor Does Not Rule Out Arson
On Friday, extraordinary meetings of local authorities were held. Mayor Francesco Ranieri of Terzigno emphasized that the night before was especially difficult. Wind first blew toward the crater, then directed toward the valley and houses. “We were terrified, but ground units ensured safety.” Services are investigating the cause. The mayor said that arson cannot be ruled out. https://www.tokfm.pl/Tokfm/7,189663,31863742,podpalenie-zabytkowej-dzwonnicy-na-warszawskiej-pradze-64-latek.html#anchorLink
