The current toll of the fire in Himarë is severe for residents: 6 homes burned and more than 30 people evacuated. Meanwhile, according to the official version, the operation continues on the ground with 171 personnel and 10 vehicles, amid concerns over the scale the situation has taken.
Overnight operation in the area affected by the flames
The Armed Forces continued their deployment on the ground overnight to manage the situation created by the fire in Himarë.
According to the authorities, 171 personnel and 10 vehicles have been assigned to the operation, while the Armed Forces have also kept a firefighting vehicle and an ambulance on standby.
Preliminary toll for homes and residents
So far, 6 homes are reported burned, while more than 30 residents have been evacuated from the threatened area.
These figures show that the damage is not simply an isolated episode, but a situation that has directly affected residents and their properties.
Reaction from the defense minister
Defense Minister Ermal Nufi said the deployed forces are near the community to handle the situation and protect life and property.
In his response, he expressed gratitude to the personnel involved in the operation, while public information remains limited to the deployment figures and the damage toll so far.
At this stage, the picture remains focused on the concrete consequences on the ground: destroyed homes, families displaced from their houses, and an intervention that, according to the institutions, is continuing with increased capacity.
It remains to be seen whether the deployment reported by the authorities will be enough to bring the flames under control and prevent further damage in the area.