The Lebanese Army Air Force, supported by other units of the Army and in cooperation with the Civil Defense, managed to extinguish a fire that broke out in the town of Qabeit – Akkar.
On Monday, and for the fourth consecutive day, relentless forest fires were still spreading throughout the pine forests of Akkar.
Residents near the pine forests faced a difficult night, the flames having encroached upon homes, prompting evacuations and causing distress.
Throughout the night, firefighting teams from the Civil Defense, the Lebanese army, the Union of Municipalities and the rapid intervention team of the Akkar Trail Association worked tirelessly to contain the blaze.
Despite their efforts, more than 15 individuals suffered from shortness of breath and stress, with five requiring hospitalizations at Habtoor Hospital in the town of Harrar.
The Lebanese Red Cross has been active on the three primary axes of the fire, providing essential support.
High temperatures and strong winds fuelled the flames. The fire has already devastated over 25 hectares of forest land, including numerous olive groves, vineyards and fig trees. Environmental activists have described the situation as “catastrophic,” explaining that ground firefighting teams were unable to reach certain areas due to the rugged terrain.
Last week, another fire raged in the Ras el-Matn area.
