Ćirović: The fire danger near Herceg Novi has not passed

The Commander of the Herceg Novi Protection and Rescue Service, Zlatko Ćirović, said that dozens of houses were threatened during the stormy night, but that none were damaged, nor did the fire engulf any building.

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A helicopter puts out a fire near Herceg Novi, Photo: TV Vijesti

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Miljana Dašić

13.08.2026. 08:19h

The fire danger near Herceg Novi has not passed, and this morning, aircraft from the Ministry of Interior's Directorate for Protection and Rescue and a helicopter from the Army of Montenegro were deployed to the field.

The Commander of the Herceg Novi Protection and Rescue Service, Zlatko Ćirović, said that dozens of houses were threatened during the stormy night, but that none were damaged nor did the fire engulf any building. There were no injuries among firefighters, locals, tourists or police. Several families were evacuated and placed in the reception centers of the "Simo Milošević" Institute and the "Talija" hotel.

The most critical area this morning is the stretch towards Baošići and Bijela, where the area is densely populated. The situation is still being aggravated by the north wind, which dictates the development of the fire, while authorities hope that with the help of aircraft they will be able to significantly remediate the fire during the day.