A significant forest fire broke out on Wednesday, April 22nd, near Słupno in Wołomin County, requiring aerial support from a Dromader aircraft.
Fire Breaks Out in Difficult Terrain
On Wednesday, April 22nd, a large forest fire erupted in the vicinity of provincial road number 631 in Słupno, Wołomin County. The fire quickly spread through the forest floor due to strong wind gusts.
The fire originated deep within the forest, immediately complicating firefighting efforts. Both the rapid spread of the flames and the challenging access for heavy vehicles posed significant problems for firefighters.
Aerial Support Utilized
Several fire crews were dispatched, including a tanker. A Dromader firefighting aircraft was also deployed, conducting water drops on the affected area.
This aerial support helped to contain the fire in areas difficult for ground crews to reach.
Fire Contained After Several Hours
The firefighting operation lasted several hours. The fire was eventually brought under control, with crews focusing on extinguishing remaining embers and monitoring the burned area to prevent reignition.
Recent Increase in Forest Fires
This incident followed another large forest fire the previous day on a training ground in Zielonka, also requiring substantial resources. The Wołomin County Fire Brigade had previously warned of an increase in fires involving grass, wasteland, and forests this spring.
The brigade’s official reports from the Zielonka training ground fire detailed operations in difficult, extensive terrain utilizing a firefighting aircraft and comprehensive operational security.
Spring Conditions Contribute to Fire Risk
Spring weather conditions are conducive to the rapid spread of fire in forests. The Wołomin County Fire Brigade has recently issued warnings about the increased risk of fires affecting forest undergrowth and dry grass within the county.
Nationwide Fire Activity
Yesterday, fire departments across Poland responded to 81 forest fires.