Two vegetation fires broke out in Căușeni district. One fire burned down an abandoned house in Fârladeni village and dry vegetation in its vicinity, and another case was recorded in the town of Căușeni, on Tighina Street.

In the first case, the fire was contained by a crew of rescuers and firefighters. In the second case, the flames spread around two gas stations and two shopping centers. 7 fire engines were deployed.

In conditions of dry air and gusty winds, the Emergencies Inspectorate warns the public about the risk of wildfires over large areas, with significant material damage to the environment and the housing stock, and imperiling people’s lives.

To prevent such fires, the public is asked to avoid open fire near fields, forested areas and recreational areas. Do not set fire to dry vegetation, stubble or household waste to clean land and households. Also, do not discard cigarette butts, matches or other lit objects on the surfaces around forested areas. Adults are urged to pay maximum attention to children and make sure they don’t play with fire.

The public is asked to call the emergency service 112 whenever such hazards arise.