Three major fires broke out across Bulgaria’s Burgas region in just three days, causing extensive property damage but no reported injuries. Authorities confirmed that firefighting teams, police, and local volunteers were deployed in full force to prevent further spread, while investigations into the causes continue.
The first incident occurred on August 15 near the village of Razboyna in Ruen municipality. At around 3:15 p.m., the Ruen District Office received reports of a fire in dry grass and bushes advancing towards residential areas in the southern part of the village. Five fire trucks and 15 firefighters were dispatched to the scene.
The blaze quickly spread, engulfing two outbuildings used for raising animals, part of a residential house, and an attached extension, all of which burned completely.
Approximately 20 acres of dry grass and bushes were also destroyed. While no injuries were reported, officials noted significant material losses, with the value of damages still under assessment. The exact cause of the fire remains under investigation.
Just one day later, on August 16, another large-scale fire erupted near the villa area of “Loznitsa” close to Bulgarovo. The Second Regional Directorate – Burgas received a report at around 12:20 p.m. that flames had spread across lawns, trees, and several buildings.
As the fire continued to move toward Bulgarovo and surrounding areas, firefighting units were reinforced with additional personnel, equipment, and volunteers. Authorities confirmed that the fire caused significant property damage, although no injuries were recorded.
Police traced the fire’s possible origin to a property owned by a 45-year-old man, who has since been detained for up to 24 hours. Pre-trial proceedings have been initiated, and investigators are working to determine whether negligence or intent played a role in the outbreak.
On August 17, a third fire was reported in Ravda, near the Demetra warehouse. At around 2:00 p.m., the Nessebar Regional Office responded to flames spreading across nearby lawns, which eventually reached the warehouse.
Although the fire was extinguished, the warehouse sustained material damage. Officials are currently working to assess the extent and value of the losses.
Local authorities have highlighted the risks posed by the hot and dry conditions across the Burgas region, warning residents to remain vigilant. In recent weeks, southeastern Bulgaria has faced increasing fire hazards due to soaring summer temperatures, dry vegetation, and strong winds.
The coordinated response of firefighters, police, and volunteers prevented further escalation of the fires, but the incidents underline the vulnerability of rural communities and storage facilities to seasonal blazes. Officials continue to urge caution, particularly in agricultural and villa areas where fires often originate from human activity.
Investigations into all three incidents are ongoing, with authorities pledging to provide further updates as the causes and damage assessments are clarified. For now, the region remains on high alert as emergency services prepare for the possibility of further outbreaks in the dry summer months.
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