MORH: The peak of the fire season is more intense than in previous years

Jutarnji listIndependentCenter7 hr. ago

The Croatian Ministry of Defense (MORH) reported that the summer fire season has been more intense this year compared to previous years, with air force firefighting units responding to 33 fires along the Adriatic coast. The 855th Firefighting Squadron, part of the National Organized Firefighting Forces (PP NOS), has been deployed extensively, conducting over 2500 flights and deploying multiple aircraft to extinguish fires across several regions including Šibenik-Knin, Split-Dalmatia, and Dubrovnik-Neretva. Pilots and technical staff have been operating at full capacity, emphasizing their readiness and experience. The report highlights the scale of operations, including water drops, personnel evacuations, and the use of specialized equipment like the Air Tractor. The ministry noted that this year’s demand for aerial firefighting resources was significantly higher, reflecting the severity of the fire season.

Bias read (Center): The article presents factual operational data regarding the intensity of the current fire season and the efforts of the Croatian military firefighting units. It does not take a clear ideological stance but rather reports on the logistical and operational aspects of the response. While the subject is

HRT (Hrvatska radiotelevizija)State / PublicCenter7 hr. ago

The Croatian Ministry of Defense (MORH) reported that the country's aerial firefighting forces have participated in extinguishing 33 fires along the Adriatic coast this season. The peak of the fire season has been more intense than previous years, with pilots, technicians, and aircraft operating at full capacity. The 855th aerial firefighting squadron, led by Colonel Milan Došen, noted that the number of fires has increased significantly compared to past seasons, but they remain fully prepared to handle all tasks both domestically and within the EU's RescEU program. Between June 15 and July 21, the squadron conducted up to eight hours of operations daily, responding to fires across several regions including Šibenik-Knin, Split-Dalmatia, and Dubrovnik-Neretva. They performed multiple missions involving four and three air tankers, as well as two incidents requiring specialized equipment. In addition to firefighting, the unit carried out 20 reconnaissance flights to identify risk areas and prevent potential wildfires. Overall, the season has seen extensive use of aerial resources, with over 2,508 flights and significant water deployment.

Bias read (Center): The article presents factual information about the intensity of the current wildfire season and the operational readiness of Croatia's aerial firefighting forces. It does not take a clear ideological stance or emphasize specific political agendas. The focus remains on operational data and official通报