Zagreb offers aid to Omiš as wildfire rages

Zagreb's top city official has pledged full support to the coastal town of Omiš as it grapples with a devastating wildfire. Matej Mišić, president of Zagreb's City Assembly, spoke with Omiš Mayor Zvonko Močić to convey the capital's solidarity and offer concrete assistance.

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The scenes from the ground are truly terrifying, and my thoughts and support in these difficult moments are directed towards all residents, the injured, and families who had to be evacuated.

"The scenes from the ground are truly terrifying," Mišić stated, expressing deep concern over the blaze that engulfed Omiš and its surroundings. His thoughts are with the residents, the injured, and those forced to evacuate their homes. Mišić emphasized the long-standing ties between Zagreb and Omiš, recalling a recent visit that highlighted the region's beauty and warmth.

"On behalf of the City Assembly and the City of Zagreb, I told him that Omiš is not alone in this tragedy," Mišić announced. "The City of Zagreb is making its resources available and will offer all necessary aid and resources for damage recovery and support to the affected population."

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On behalf of the City Assembly and the City of Zagreb, I told him that Omiš is not alone in this tragedy. The City of Zagreb is making its resources available and will offer all necessary aid and resources for damage recovery and support to the affected population.

Mišić extended his gratitude to the firefighters, civil protection units, police, medical personnel, and local residents who are making extraordinary efforts to fight the fire and defend their homes. He wished a swift and full recovery to all those injured in the incident.

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Immense thanks to all firefighters, civil protection, police, medical services, and locals who defended homes with superhuman efforts.