The heartbreaking message of Sister Dragana who died in the fire: 'Now there is no fear, no pain, no fire, no tears'

A 34-year-old woman named Dragana Antešević from Kotor Varoš in Bosnia and Herzegovina has died after being caught in a devastating fire that swept through the area of Stanić near Omiš on August 13. Dragana had been working seasonally in Croatia and disappeared during her escape from the blaze. Her body was later found at the fire site following an extensive search. The tragedy struck the local community hard, particularly her family, who were left grieving after learning of her death. The fire broke out in the village of Stanić, close to the coastal town of Omiš, and quickly spread, engulfing several homes and vehicles. Local authorities launched an immediate search operation once Dragana went missing, with police releasing her photograph and personal details to aid in the effort. Members of the Croatian Mountain Rescue Service (HGSS) joined the search, which continued until her body was recovered from the scorched ground. Dragana’s sister, Nina Slavnić, shared a deeply emotional farewell message on social media, expressing the profound grief she felt over losing her sibling. In the message, Nina described how difficult it was to accept that she would no longer hear her sister's voice or embrace her. She wrote that Dragana was her blood, her sister, and a part of herself. Nina expressed regret over all the unspoken words they might have shared, saying she wished she could have held her sister one last time and told her how much she loved her. In her message, Nina acknowledged the pain of loss and admitted that she could not fully say goodbye to her sister because such farewells are not meant for siblings. She promised to keep Dragana’s name, memories, and their shared experiences alive. She mentioned that she would find comfort in small things that reminded her of her sister, songs, the sky, sunsets, and moments filled with shared memories. Nina hoped that Dragana was now in a place free from fear, pain, fire, and tears, where she deserved peace. She concluded her message with a heartfelt declaration of love, stating that she would continue to love Dragana as long as she lived. She emphasized that Dragana had not left her life entirely but had gone somewhere she could not yet reach. The message ended with the words, "Forever your sister. Forever my Dragana." Authorities confirmed that the body found at the fire site was likely Dragana’s, though DNA testing is still ongoing to officially verify the identity. The fire has left lasting effects on the local healthcare system, with seven severely injured individuals still in critical condition. Four patients are receiving treatment at the Split University Hospital Center (KBC) and remain in intensive care units with no change in their conditions. Three others have been transferred to the Sisters of Charity Hospital in Zagreb, where they are on mechanical ventilation due to severe burns covering between 40 and 70 percent of their bodies. All patients have suffered inhalation injuries, and doctors are working to stabilize their vital functions while continuing intensive treatment. The aftermath of the fire is visible throughout Omiš, with scenes of destruction including piles of charred vehicles that remain untouched by anything except the remnants of the flames. The incident serves as a grim reminder of the dangers posed by wildfires and the vulnerability of communities living in areas prone to such disasters. As rescue efforts continue and recovery begins, the focus remains on providing medical support to the affected individuals and offering solace to families mourning their losses.