UAE rescue team resumes Albania wildfires combat

The UAE rescue team has carried out 18 aerial operations using two Black Hawk helicopters, with 359 water drops executed, continuing support with Albanian authorities to extinguish the ongoing wildfires in Albania.

The team is working with high efficiency to contain the fires and limit their spread despite field challenges, including soaring temperatures and difficult terrain.

The UAE team began its mission last Monday in the Gramsh forest area and neighbouring regions, following the directives of UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan to support Albania’s efforts in controlling the wildfires.

Coordination meetings between the UAE team and Albanian officials are ongoing to devise appropriate plans and accelerate firefighting operations, alongside continued field monitoring to prevent the resurgence of flames.