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Switzerland has sent emergency aid to Montenegro, affected by violent fires. About twenty firefighters have been at work since Friday morning, the government said. He thus meets the international demand launched by the Pays des Balkans.
(Keystone-ATS) The firefighters come from different teams from the Cantons of Geneva, Vaud and Valais. These, accompanied by three extinction vehicles and several support vehicles, are at work in the areas assigned to Montenegro, written the Federal Department of Foreign Affairs in a press release.
Their mission is to fight against vegetation fires, defend sensitive points and strengthen local urban hubs, he specifies. A first team had already been sent on the spot on Wednesday to prepare for the arrival of firefighters.
Montenegro is faced with violent fires that threaten its capital, Podgorica as well as other regions of the country. Despite all the means deployed, persistent winds feed the flames, making certain areas uncontrollable. The authorities have carried out many evacuations.
The situation is critical throughout southern Europe. Portugal, Greece, Italy and Spain have been facing many fires for several days. In the Balkans, Albania is also hard hit.
