A large fire has been reported in Daias, on the outskirts of Tirana, where the rapid spread of the flames has created a serious situation on the ground. Footage published from the scene shows that the response became so difficult that firefighters were told to get into their vehicles and leave.
The flames spread rapidly
The fire broke out in the Daias area and, according to published information, grew to a large scale in a short time.
The rapid spread of the flames increased the danger on the ground and complicated the response operation.
Footage shows firefighters pulling back
In the video published from the scene, the moment can be seen when fire service personnel are told to get inside their vehicles and leave.
This episode shows the level of danger created by the advancing flames, in a situation where control of the fire appears to have become problematic.
Serious situation on the outskirts of the capital
The incident has caused alarm because of its proximity to areas around Tirana and the intensity visible in the footage.
At this stage, public information remains limited and no further details have been made known about the consequences or the full extent of the fire.
Footage from Daias highlights not only the force of the flames, but also the limits of the response on the ground when the situation gets out of control within minutes.
In the absence of more official clarifications, it remains clear that this is a serious fire incident on the outskirts of Tirana.