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Major wildfire scorches Serbia's Deliblato Sands reserve

As of September 2026: Directing the response; Deliblato Sands clear of hotspots, 12 fires still burning

Satellite imagery no longer detects hotspots in Serbia's Deliblato Sands, a protected reserve about 80 kilometers from Belgrade. The fire, first detected July 21, burned 3,960 hectares and flared repeatedly in a heat wave. Environment Minister Sara Pavkov says recovery will take five to ten years.

Updated Sep 3

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The wind is so strong and the conditions are so unfavorable when it comes to the development of this fire, and this fight will be both difficult and uncertain.

from Major wildfire scorches Serbia's Deliblato Sands reserve · Updated Sep 3

The most important thing is that no one gets hurt. Last night, the fire even entered certain yards, but it stopped there.

from Major wildfire scorches Serbia's Deliblato Sands reserve · Updated Sep 3

There will be gusts of up to 90 km/h, which makes firefighting operations more difficult and presents a specific and unique challenge in the careers of many experienced firefighter-rescuers, not only from Serbia but also from foreign teams.

from Major wildfire scorches Serbia's Deliblato Sands reserve · Updated Sep 3