A sizeable fire broke out at the cemetery in the village of Babicë around midday today. Due to strong winds, the flames spread rapidly, threatening a home near the affected area.

Firefighters intervened in time, averting the threat to the home, while efforts to fully extinguish the flames continue.

As a result of the fire’s spread, dozens of centuries-old olive trees also burned, causing considerable damage in the area.

Meanwhile, flames continue to burn in several hotspots.

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