Volunteers gather for the fire early this morning in Stara Zagora

Volunteers are being gathered for the fire early this morning in Stara Zagora.

Before that, they will not be allowed.

In connection with the fire that broke out this afternoon in the area of "7th kilometer" in Stara Zagora, volunteers will be allowed through early in the morning of July 16 (Tuesday). Those wishing to help can do so from 6.00 a.m. by being at the scene in appropriate clothing. They are asked to bring a shovel or hoe. Helicopters are also expected to join in the extinguishing at this time.

The battle with the fire element will continue throughout the evening. On the scene are teams of the fire brigade, police, military, forestry, as well as heavy equipment of "Mines Maritsa East".

The mayor of the municipality Zhivko Todorov, together with his team, is also still on the spot. A partial state of emergency has been declared. | BGNES