Wildfire in Lower Austria: No Further Hotspots Found

In the forest fire in the Schwarzau im Gebirge area in the Rax-Schneeberg region (Neunkirchen district), no further embers were discovered after the preliminary "fire out" on Tuesday. "It looks very good," said district fire commander Josef Huber to the APA on Wednesday. The drone flights twice a day will continue.

During the respective inspections in the morning and evening, no embers were visible using the thermal imaging camera, Huber reported. In addition, light rain has set in.

Fire in Lower Austria Spread to Forest Area

The fire in the Neunkirchen district broke out on Saturday morning, spread to a forest area, and quickly expanded. The cause is believed to be a burning vehicle. On Sunday afternoon, the flames were brought under control and the affected area was limited to around eight hectares, with a preliminary "fire out" declared on Tuesday. According to the Lower Austria Fire Brigade Association, more than 1,000 emergency personnel - mainly from the Neunkirchen district - with more than 200 vehicles were deployed. They were supported by six firefighting helicopters and special services of the state fire brigade association.

(APA/Red)

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