Wildfire forces evacuation of 1,000 in Croatia's Lokva Rogoznica

On Thursday, 13 August, a wildfire engulfed vegetation and residential areas in Lokva Rogoznica, Croatia, prompting the evacuation of roughly 1,000 residents and tourists. The blaze, which began in the early afternoon, rapidly spread through the region’s dense shrubland and damaged several homes before firefighting crews were able to contain it.

Local authorities coordinated the evacuation with the national fire service and emergency medical teams, setting up temporary shelters for those displaced. While the fire was eventually brought under control, authorities warned that high winds and dry conditions could reignite the flames, urging residents to remain vigilant and follow official guidance. The incident underscores the growing risk of wildfires in the area during the summer season.