Accidents
News about traffic accidents, fires, emergencies, disasters, and other critical situations.
Ministry of Interior: 28 Drunk Drivers and 1 Fatality on New Year's Day
28 drivers were caught driving under the influence of alcohol, and 1 – under the influence of drugs, as part of a specialized police operation. One person died and 11 were injured in accidents on New Year's Day.
14-year-old boy seriously injured by firecracker in Ravda on New Year's Eve
A 14-year-old boy was seriously injured by a firecracker during a New Year's Eve concert in Ravda. The pyrotechnic device, which the boy used, caused the tearing of the fingers on his left hand. A pre-trial investigation has been initiated.
Fires in Burgas Region: Man in critical condition after fire in Burgas, death in the village of Bilka
New Year's Eve in the Burgas region was calm for the Emergency Department, but the morning brought two fires. A man is in danger of his life after a fire in Burgas, and there is a death in the village of Bilka.
Tragic Statistics: Fatalities and Injuries in Accidents in 2025
The Ministry of Interior reports a decrease in fatalities in road accidents in 2025, despite a large number of crashes. Details on the total number of accidents, victims and injured, as well as a focus on the situation in Sofia.
Busy at Pirogov: Over 500 Patients on New Year's, Injured by Fireworks
The emergency department of Pirogov reported over 500 patients on December 31, 2025. Three were injured by fireworks, and the on-call shift was also busy in neurosurgery. Comparison with the previous year.
Ministry of Interior: 13 Drivers Under the Influence of Alcohol, 12 Under the Influence of Drugs
Over 12,000 vehicles were checked during a specialized police operation. 13 drunk drivers and 12 under the influence of drugs were identified. Over 3400 violation reports were issued.
Tragic statistics: One dead and 15 injured in accidents within 24 hours
The Ministry of Interior reported one fatality and 15 injuries in accidents over the past 24 hours. In Sofia, 18 traffic accidents were registered, two of which were serious. Since the beginning of the year, the road death toll is 453.
Accident on the Sozopol – Kavatsi Road: Woman in Hospital After Head-on Collision
A 33-year-old woman from Sozopol was injured in an accident on the Sozopol – Kavatsi road after she lost control of her car and collided with a truck.
95 Fires Extinguished in Bulgaria in the Last 24 Hours
In the last 24 hours, 95 fires have been extinguished in Bulgaria, the General Directorate for Fire Safety and Civil Protection (GDFSCP) announced. There were no casualties. Firefighters responded to 135 incident reports. Description of fires with and without material damage, rescue operations, and false alarms.
Fire Department Responds to 159 Calls Due to Strong Winds Across the Country
The Fire Department handled 159 calls related to the weather conditions today. There are no reports of closed roads or people in distress. Damage reports have been filed from multiple regions, and the National Institute of Meteorology and Hydrology issued warnings.
Ministry of Interior: 15 Drunk and 8 Drugged Drivers Behind the Wheel During Specialized Police Operation
During a specialized police operation by the Ministry of Interior, over 16,000 drivers and passengers were checked. 15 drunk and 8 drugged drivers were identified. Three people died in road accidents.
Tragic Statistics: Three Dead and 15 Injured in Accidents in Bulgaria in 24 Hours
Three people lost their lives and 15 were injured in road accidents in Bulgaria in the last 24 hours. A total of 13 incidents were registered, with 16 minor accidents occurring in Sofia alone. Since the beginning of the month, there have been 451 accidents with 38 fatalities.
28 Drunk Drivers on the Road in 24 Hours, One Dead and 17 Injured
According to the Ministry of Interior, 28 drivers were caught drunk behind the wheel within a single day. Of these, 15 were driving with up to 1.2 per mille of alcohol, and 13 with over 1.2. 11 drivers were under the influence of drugs. One person died, and 17 were injured in road accidents.
Traffic Accidents in Bulgaria: Statistics and Analysis (Data for the Last 24 Hours)
During the last 24 hours in Bulgaria, 12 traffic accidents were registered, with 18 people injured. In Sofia, there were 31 minor and 1 serious accidents. Comparison of fatalities data compared to the previous year.
Fires and Incidents in Bulgaria: Summary of the Past 24 Hours
Over the past 24 hours, fire services in Bulgaria responded to 99 calls, extinguishing 58 fires. There were no fatalities or injuries. The report details fires with and without material damage, as well as rescue operations and false alarms.