The AAF in action for extinguishing the fire in Përrenjas

Published: Monday, 05 November 2018 17:51

The Effectives of the 2nd Infantry Battalion (b2kFT) and the Commando Battalion of the Land Force responded immediately to the request of the General Directorate of Civil Emergencies for the situation created by a powerful fire that has effected since the early hours of the morning, a forested area at Rrajcë village in Përrenjas.

The troops left Tirana at 04:00 AM and started immediately the operation for extinguishing the fire.

The steep mountainous terrain has increased the difficulty of carrying out this operation, however, the Land Force troops are still at place working for the insulation of fire and its total extinction.

In support of troops on the ground, the Armed Forces have also engaged a Cougar helicopter equipped with a special water container for extinguishing fires on difficult terrains.

The operation for extinguishing the flames continues and the Armed Forces are sending other troops to replace the troops engaged since the early hours of the morning.