Albania continues to face wildfires in several regions, even though it is September.
During today, 21 fires have been reported throughout the country, while 5 of them still remain active. Active and monitored fires have been identified mainly in Dibër, Shkodër and Fier, while the situation is being closely monitored by Civil Protection structures. The flames have been extinguished in Dajt.
Hundreds of local and Armed Forces forces, along with dozens of vehicles, have been engaged in operations to extinguish and control the flames. Authorities say that, despite the situation, there is currently no reported danger to residential areas.
Announcement of the Ministry of Defense
Ministry of Defense – update on the fire situation
Summary of the fire situation – 11.09.2026, 20:00
Today, 21 fires have been reported in the country's territory, of which 5 remain active, 9 are under surveillance and 7 have been completely extinguished.
324 national and local operational forces and 17 firefighting vehicles have been engaged in operations to cope with the situation, while the Armed Forces have supported the operations with 92 personnel, 10 vehicles, 1 drone and 1 ambulance.
In Tirana County, the fire on Dajti Mountain has been extinguished, following the engagement of 33 military forces, 4 vehicles and 1 ambulance during the day, while there is no danger to residential areas. The fire on Gropa Mountain has been isolated and is being kept under surveillance.
In the Dibër District, outbreaks continue to be active in Lundre–Madhesh i Matit, Cerrujë–Mali i Allushit in Klos and Selishtë, while Qafa e Helmes in Bulqizë is being monitored.
In Shkodra County, the fire in Porav, Fushë-Arrëz, remains active. The fire in Rragam, Shkodra, is under surveillance and was supported by 22 military forces and 3 vehicles during the day, while the fire on Mount Tërbun is also being monitored. No homes are reported to be at risk in Rragam and Tërbun.
In Fier County, the outbreak in Çërrila, Mallakastër, remains active, but has been isolated. Local structures are engaged in the operation, while 32 military forces and 3 vehicles have operated in support. The outbreak in Peshtan is being kept under surveillance.
The other hotspots in Lezha, Elbasan and Korca continue to be kept under surveillance. In Opar, Korca, no homes are at risk, while in Gallatë, Kurbin, difficult terrain hinders vehicle operation, but there is no risk to residential areas.
The National Civil Protection Agency (AKMC) continues to continuously monitor the situation throughout the country, in close coordination with prefectures, municipalities and all structures of the Civil Protection system.
Operational capacities remain engaged in the field and ready to intervene where the situation requires, with priority given to protecting the lives, homes and property of citizens.
