Four Fires in Dalmatia; Fire on Čiovo Approaches Houses

Four fires have erupted across different areas of Dalmatia, Croatia, in the wake of a severe storm that brought hail and thunder. The affected locations include Čiovo, Orebić, Kaštel Sućurac, and Šolta. The fire on the island of Čiovo is described as particularly extensive, spreading rapidly and nearing residential areas, raising concerns for local inhabitants.

In response to the escalating situation on Čiovo, four Canadair water-bombing aircraft were dispatched, with two others redirected to assist with the fire near Orebić. The Croatian Firefighting Association reported that aerial firefighting operations commenced after the weather conditions stabilized. Initially, the storm's severity prevented aircraft from engaging in firefighting on Čiovo.

Ground efforts have also been mobilized, involving firefighting forces from the Trogir, Split, Kaštela, and Solin operational areas, as well as the intervention firefighting unit from Split. Local fire brigades and a water-bombing plane are working to combat the blaze on Šolta. The fires underscore the challenges of managing natural disasters, especially when they occur in quick succession after adverse weather events.