Fire Erupts Near Largest Hospital in Southern Bulgaria, Prompting Swift Response from Firefighters

A large fire broke out meters from the emergency department of the largest hospital in southern Bulgaria – “St. George” UMBAL, reported the Plovdiv fire department.

The incident occurred around 9:30 p.m. when drivers passing by the medical facility noticed flames and thick black smoke. They immediately alerted the authorities, and firefighters from the First Service were dispatched to the scene. The fire originated from piled up construction debris and quickly spread to engulf a nearby shed.

Fortunately, the quick response from the firefighters prevented the fire from causing greater damage. The shed, which was previously used for parking company cars, was located in an area where construction works are scheduled to take place.

In a separate incident earlier today, firefighters from Rakovski and Plovdiv successfully saved a duck farm from a fire. The blaze started from a grain block near the farm in Rakovski. Thanks to the prompt action of the firefighters, both the building and the birds were rescued from the flames.

Photos of the incidents were captured by RDPBZN.

These recent fire incidents serve as a reminder of the importance of fire safety measures and the crucial role played by firefighters in protecting lives and property. Authorities are expected to conduct investigations to determine the cause of the fires and take necessary precautions to prevent similar incidents in the future.

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A terrifying blaze erupted just meters away from the emergency department of the largest hospital in southern Bulgaria, “St. George” UMBAL, according to the Plovdiv fire department. The incident unfolded around 9:30 p.m. when observant drivers passing by the medical facility noticed flames and billowing black smoke. They wasted no time in alerting the authorities, who swiftly dispatched firefighters from the First Service to the scene.

Originating from a heap of construction debris, the fire rapidly spread and consumed a nearby shed. Thankfully, the firefighters’ rapid response prevented the inferno from causing even more extensive damage. Interestingly, the shed had previously been used to park company cars and was situated in an area designated for upcoming construction projects.

In another compelling incident that occurred earlier today, firefighters from Rakovski and Plovdiv heroically rescued a duck farm from the grips of a relentless fire. The flames had erupted from a grain block located in close proximity to the farm in Rakovski. Thanks to the firefighters’ decisive action, both the building and the precious birds were saved from the clutches of destruction.

Breathtaking photographs capturing these intense moments were beautifully captured by RDPBZN, leaving viewers in awe of the bravery exhibited by these exceptional firefighters.

These recent fire incidents serve as a chilling reminder of the critical importance of fire safety measures and the invaluable role played by firefighters in safeguarding both lives and property. In light of these events, authorities are expected to launch thorough investigations to uncover the cause of the fires and implement vital precautions to prevent similar calamities from occurring in the future.