Fires in Croatia and Montenegro

Fires have been reported in Srinjine, near the northern city of Pula, as far south as around Sibenik, on the islands of Pag and Vir, and northeast of the biggest coastal city, Split. Some local roads are cut off and not accessible.

Montenegro has asked the European Union for assistance in fighting fires on the Lustica peninsula. Fires have threatened the northern towns of Tivat and Herceg Novi, and the flames have already reached the village of Durasevici.

Advice

Avoid travel in these areas. Some residential areas have been evacuated. Electricity and water may not be available. Road travel in the affected areas may be difficult ad congested due to increased traffic. Also, air quality may be poor near active fires.