Fire in Novi Sad: Cigarette Butt Destroys Apartment, Firefighters Save Building
Peaceful evening in the Satelit neighborhood of Novi Sad was shattered around 8 PM when a fire broke out in a ground-floor apartment at 6 Stevana Momčilovića Street. Thanks to the swift response of firefighters, the fire was quickly contained, preventing it from spreading to the rest of the building. However, the damage is severe – the room and hallway of the apartment were completely destroyed.
How did the fire start?
According to unofficial reports, the apartment owner left a cigarette butt in the room, which caused the fire. In a moment of carelessness, the fire rapidly engulfed the entire room. The cigarette butt in the ashtray was enough to destroy the whole apartment.
Firefighters’ intervention
Three fire trucks and several firefighters arrived at the scene and quickly localized the fire. During the intervention, several people were evacuated from the building, and one person was transported to the Institute for Lung Diseases in Sremska Kamenica due to smoke inhalation.
People and fires: Carelessness that costs
This incident is yet another reminder of how dangerous carelessness can be. While firefighters tirelessly work to extinguish fires, some individuals’ irresponsible behavior endangers not only their own lives but also the lives of neighbors and property.
Wider context: Fires in the region and firefighters’ battle
Similar fires are raging in other parts of Serbia and the region. For example, a landfill fire in Loznica is complicated by strong winds. In Makarska, a fire on a hill above the city required the efforts of 90 firefighters and two firefighting planes. In Montenegro, in Podgorica and surrounding municipalities, firefighters managed to control several fires caused by strong winds and irresponsible behavior.
Support for firefighters and equipment
Volunteer firefighting societies in Vojvodina received 30 million dinars from the provincial government to improve equipment and efficiency in firefighting, which is crucial amid current droughts and increased fire risks.
Conclusion: Don’t light fires without thinking!
The cigarette butt that caused the fire in Novi Sad is not just a story of misfortune – it’s a warning to all of us. Carelessness can lead to disaster. Firefighters are heroes who save us, but they can’t be everywhere all the time. So next time you light a cigarette, remember this fire and think – is it worth the risk?
Got any crazy stories about carelessness that almost caused a disaster? Or think this is all blown out of proportion? Drop a comment and let’s see who’s the biggest fire culprit in your area!**
