A fire erupted in overgrown land near the Vistula River in Łomianki, Warsaw West County, causing significant smoke visible from a distance.
Afternoon Blaze in Łomianki
A fire broke out in overgrown, unused land in the Podwale street area of Łomianki, Warsaw West County, during the afternoon hours.
The fire engulfed dry vegetation close to the Vistula River, and the resulting smoke was visible from a considerable distance.
Fire Service Response
Several fire crews were dispatched to the scene, including firefighters from Warsaw Rescue and Fire Unit No. 11 and volunteers from the Łomianki Volunteer Fire Department (OSP).
Fire Contained and Extinguished
The fire was quickly brought under control. Once the spread of the flames was stopped, firefighters began extinguishing the remaining embers.
The terrain, covered in dry vegetation, likely contributed to the rapid development of the fire.
Smoke and Quick Resolution
The smoke over the Vistula River area attracted the attention of residents and people in the vicinity.
Thanks to the swift intervention of emergency services, the situation was managed before the fire could spread to a larger area.
Nationwide Fire Statistics
Over the weekend, a total of 1800 grass fires and 112 forest fires occurred throughout Poland.
