Ecology
General news about environmental protection, sustainability, pollution, and green initiatives.
Fire in Tutrakan extinguished, 3000 acres of land affected
The fire in the Tutrakan area has been brought under control, but the situation remains under observation. About 3000 acres of land have been affected. The cause has not yet been determined.
Forest fire near Kardzhali extinguished, 500 decares of forest damaged
A large forest fire in the vicinity of Kardzhali has been brought under control after an intensive battle. 500 decares of forest have been destroyed. Authorities suspect human negligence as the cause of the incident.
Green Revolution in Burgas and Pleven: Large-Scale Air Improvement through Innovative Greening
Two ambitious environmental projects will transform the urban environment in Burgas and Pleven by creating over 25 hectares of new green infrastructure and reducing fine particulate pollution.
A Bulgarian court finally bans the American mink as an invasive species
The Supreme Administrative Court confirms the national ban on import and breeding of American mink, following European environmental standards and biodiversity protection.
A controversial construction project in the Galata neighborhood provoked a sharp public reaction
The Municipality of Varna temporarily froze an investment plan due to environmental concerns and citizen reports, initiating a thorough inspection of the site and documentation.
Fiery Crisis in Greece: Fires Threaten Patras and Chios, Evacuations and Destruction
Intense forest fires are devastating Greek regions, causing large-scale evacuations, destroying infrastructure, and threatening populated areas in Patras and the island of Chios.
Critical Fire Operation: Saving the Villages of Ridovo and Snezhinka from a Forest Fire
A large-scale rescue operation in the Kardzhali area, where six firefighting teams are fighting a spreading forest fire that threatens local settlements near the Kardzhali reservoir.
A devastating fire threatens the unique ecosystem of Kalimok-Brushlen
For the second consecutive day, a fiery natural disaster is raging in a protected natural area near Tutrakan, with local residents and rescue teams making efforts to control the spread of the flames.
NIMH issues yellow code for high temperatures in 10 regions
The National Institute of Meteorology and Hydrology warns of potentially dangerous high temperatures in 10 regions of Bulgaria. Temperatures of up to 37 degrees are expected.
Large-scale operation to extinguish a fire in the area of Pirin National Park
Over 150 specialists are participating in extinguishing a spreading fire near the village of Ploski, which affects ten thousand decares in the mountain area.
Yellow Code and Heat: Detailed Weather Forecast for Bulgaria This Week
Hot days are ahead with temperatures between 30 and 37 degrees. A weak eastern wind and sunny weather are expected in most regions of the country.
Sleepless night: Large-Scale Operation to Extinguish Fire in the Sungurlare Region
A large-scale rescue operation covers three fire fronts in a hard-to-reach area, involving firefighters, military personnel, and volunteers, supported by air support.
A massive fire threatens vineyards and forests in the Sungurlare municipality
A large-scale rescue operation with over 20 fire trucks and aviation equipment is being conducted in the Sungurlare area, with more than 15,000 decares of agricultural land at risk.
Critical situation: Fire threatens Pirin National Park near Ilindetsi
The director of the Pirin National Park, Rosen Banenski, reported controlling the spread of a forest fire that threatens a protected area of approximately 15 decares.
Dangerous Heat in 13 Regions: NIMH Warns of Critical Temperatures
The National Institute of Meteorology and Hydrology has announced a yellow code for extreme temperatures in 13 Bulgarian regions, with expectations of sunny weather and possible short-term thunderstorms in the mountains.