Wildfires sweep across Finland, straining rescue services
Release time：2024-05-21 21:48:48 Source：Cultural Caravan news portal
-
HELSINKI, May 18 (Xinhua) -- By Saturday afternoon, Finnish rescue services had responded to a total of 21 wildfire incidents across the country, highlighting the widespread impact of the recent dry conditions. According to the national broadcaster Yle, incidents have been reported in several regions while notable large-scale fires have been reported in western Ilmajoki and central Keuruu. In Ilmajoki, a wildfire that started in a peat production area spread to a nearby forest on Saturday afternoon. While the fire in the peat area has been mostly extinguished except for a few smoldering spots, efforts to control the forest fire continue. The fire has affected an area of 9-10 hectares, and the cause remains unknown. The South Ostrobothnia Rescue Department has deployed 18 units to the scene. In Keuruu, Central Finland, a fire ignited by a controlled burn for forest management spread across three hectares. The fire has been contained, with 20 units from Central Finland, South Ostrobothnia, and Pirkanmaa rescue services responding. Another fire in Karstula, also in Central Finland, spread over approximately one hectare. This fire is suspected to have been sparked by a car tire blowout. Thirteen units have been dispatched to the area. In Siikainen, Satakunta, multiple hectares have been affected by wildfires, with 25 units and a Border Guard helicopter engaged in firefighting efforts. Although no buildings are at risk, extinguishing the fires is expected to take several more hours. A forest fire warning issued by the Finnish Meteorological Institute is in effect for most of the country. The dry and warm weather, which has persisted throughout the week, has significantly dried out large areas. The rescue services remind the public that open fires are prohibited during a forest fire warning.
（Editor:Liao Yifan）
- Previous：Cruise worker 'murders newborn son on board ship': Shocked co
- Next：The 13 style rules that every midlife woman MUST follow (and yes, beige really is banned!)
Related articles
- Pregnancy app used by the NHS accused of 'imposing gender ideology'
- Public servants want to know if management positions will be on the chopping block
- Two US Navy sailors arrested on charges tied to national security and China
- VOX POPULI: Voters won’t forget ‘politics of oblivion’ in the next election
- Julian Assange's five
- Winston Peters discusses Gaza ceasefire with UN Secretary
- China Taiwan update: War
- Princess of Wales: Data watchdog 'assessing' Kate privacy breach claims
- Defending champion South Carolina to open season in Las Vegas against Michigan
- 'Barbie' makes history with $1 billion at the box office
- UN Security Council rejects Russia
- Judge rejects Trump free speech challenge to Georgia 2020 election case
- Bullying rife at Buller High School, students say
- Hong Kong's exhibition centre axed booking for concert without reason, says pro
- Colin Jost left red
- VOX POPULI: ‘Domicide’ is yet another terrible addition to the lexicon of war
- VOX POPULI: The war in Ukraine enters its 3rd year with no end in sight
- Shortland Street: Fate of much
- Seven sneaky clauses in estate agent contracts that can cost you dear
- VOX POPULI: The war in Ukraine enters its 3rd year with no end in sight
Random recommendation
Event to promote love of reading to be held in KunmingChina to establish modern ecoCPC to implement Party discipline education campaignOver 260 mln passenger trips made on first day of Qingming holidayMore innovation urged in fight to end tuberculosisQuinta Brunson, Niecy NashChina urges Philippines to stop provocations in South China SeaChina to establish modern ecoConnor McDavid becomes 4th in NHL history with 100 assists as the Oilers rout the Sharks 9Olivier Awards 2024: Beaming Sarah Snook reunites with Succession co
- Copyright © 2024 Powered by Wildfires sweep across Finland, straining rescue services ,Cultural Caravan news portal sitemap