Croatia
Scorched Fireworks at the Edge of the Fire Zone: First Evidence of the Cause
Firefighters continue to battle the blaze, with remnants of professional pyrotechnics found at the scene. Unofficial reports also mention the involvement of children.
Local
Night Drama on Gorica: Fireworks Spark Blaze
The fire broke out shortly after midnight between Od Gorice and Josip Kosor streets and was contained by 1:45 a.m. A total of 26 firefighters with seven vehicles and a firefighting boat were on the scene.
Croatia
Animal Friends Seek Legal Restrictions on Fireworks After Istrian Firefighters' Decision
The association supports the Istrian firefighters' decision to suspend approvals for fireworks but warns that legal restrictions on pyrotechnics are needed across Croatia.
Croatia
Police Seize 275 Fireworks Near Schools, Five Girls Injured in Kaštela
Despite early morning prevention operations across Split-Dalmatia County, a pyrotechnic device was set off near an elementary school, injuring five female students.