site.btaLarge Wildfire Breaks Out Near Karnobat

A large wildfire has broken out in the area near Karnobat, the town’s mayor, Georgi Dimitrov, told BTA. According to him, the blaze has spread across a front approximately 5 kilometres long, near the ancient fortress of Markeli. There is a possibility that the flames could reach the historic site itself.

At this time, there is no immediate danger to nearby settlements, but strong winds in the area are severely hampering firefighting efforts, Dimitrov added.

The fire, which ignited around midday Tuesday, has engulfed forested areas as well as large stretches of dry grass and shrubs.

At least nine fire engines from Karnobat, Aytos, and Tsarevo have been dispatched to the scene to help contain the blaze.