Incendiu violent pe o insulă turistică din Croația: 500 de oameni evacuați pe mare, 3.500 de hectare devastate • Newsweek România

A severe wildfire on Brač Island in Croatia has burned 3,500 hectares, prompting the evacuation of around 500 residents and tourists. The fire, fueled by strong winds, threatened homes and tourist areas, leading to a large-scale evacuation operation by sea. Over 220 firefighters battled the flames throughout the night, with aerial support beginning in the morning. Two individuals were injured, one critically. The situation improved after a challenging night, but the fire remains active. This incident follows a summer of extreme heat and drought in Croatia, which has exacerbated wildfire risks.