Fire blocks traffic on Trakia Motorway
A major fire has broken out at the 69th kilometer of the Trakia Motorway, announced Miroslav Stoyanov, spokesperson for the Regional Directorate of the Ministry of Interior in Pazardzhik. There is currently no danger to nearby settlements, authorities assured.
Firefighting teams and volunteers from the entire region have been dispatched to the site. A helicopter from Krumovo Air Base has also joined the extinguishing efforts to contain the spread of the fire.
What is the situation on the ground?
- Object of the fire: Mostly dry grass, bushes, forest areas, and vineyards are burning.
- Traffic: Trakia Motorway is completely closed to traffic in both directions in the area of the incident.
- Measures: Police teams are monitoring the perimeter to prevent the flames from spreading to residential areas.
Extinguishing efforts are ongoing on the ground. Drivers are urged to avoid the area and to follow up-to-date information regarding the reopening of the road.