Forest Fires in Slovenia: Austria Provides Aid

People › Politicians ♦ Published: July 26, 2022; 09:35 ♦ (Vindobona)

Central Europe is currently under a fire risk because of the heat and low rainfall. It is also the case in Slovenia. Austria's neighbor has experienced fires on more than 500 hectares in the last few days and has called on European assistance.

A total of 2 helicopters were provided. / Picture: © BMI Bundesministerium für Inneres / Gerd Pachauer

Due to the current heat in Europe and the low rainfall, there is currently an acute fire risk in Central Europe. This is also the case in Slovenia. Austria's small neighbour has been confronted with fires on more than 500 hectares in the past few days and had to call for European help.

In the Renski area, right on the border with Italy, uncontrolled forest fires have…

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