Prokuplje is on fire, and guess who’s putting it out? The citizens themselves! Yes, you read that right. A blazing inferno erupted in Pasjačka Street, and people grabbed hoses and buckets because the firefighters either didn’t arrive or got stuck somewhere. The fire spread to two entrances of the city, towards Dobrotić and the New Settlement, and the locals were left to defend their homes alone. Is this a scene from an apocalyptic movie or real life? Sadly, it’s real life. While the flames rage, people fight them without any help from the state. This isn’t just a story about a fire; it’s a systemic problem that could cost us lives and property.
Imagine the panic and fear as you watch your house burn and no help arrives. People are forced to act on their own because waiting could mean losing everything. Is this how the state cares for its citizens? Where are the firefighters? Where is the emergency help? This isn’t the first time something like this has happened, but every time it’s just as terrifying.
As Prokuplje battles the fiery beast, the rest of Serbia watches and wonders: who’s next? Will we all have to become firefighters? Or is it time to wake up and demand accountability? This situation is a wake-up call for all of us. Let’s not let tragedies become the norm. If you have similar stories or think it’s time for change, drop a comment below. Let’s light a fire — the fire for justice, not the one that devours our homes!
