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Influencer appalled by burning cigarette butts in Sinj after Omiš fire

Influencer appalled by burning cigarette butts in Sinj after Omiš fire

From Večernji List · () Croatian

Translated from Croatian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • An influencer expressed shock at the number of discarded, still-burning cigarette butts found in Sinj, Croatia, following a large fire in Omiš.
  • The influencer documented the fire hazard, highlighting that many cigarette butts were found just meters apart.
  • This situation poses a significant risk, especially after the recent destructive fire in Omiš.

A well-known influencer visiting Sinj, Croatia, expressed dismay at the dangerous littering of cigarette butts. "We can't believe what we're seeing," the influencer stated in a video. "After that madness in Omiš, a huge fire where people and property were damaged, every 10 meters someone throws a cigarette butt that is still burning."

The influencer documented the hazardous situation, showing numerous cigarette butts discarded close together. This observation comes in the wake of a large fire in Omiš, which caused significant damage and affected people's property. The presence of still-burning cigarette butts presents a serious fire risk, particularly in dry conditions.

The footage shared by the influencer highlights a concerning disregard for fire safety, raising questions about public awareness and responsibility in preventing further incidents. The contrast between the recent devastation in Omiš and the ongoing risk in Sinj underscores the persistent challenge of fire prevention.

We can't believe what we're seeing. After that madness in Omiš, a huge fire where people and property were damaged, every 10 meters someone throws a cigarette butt that is still burning.

— InfluencerDescribing the scene in Sinj after visiting Omiš.
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Originally published by Večernji List in Croatian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.