Bulgaria Strengthens Role in EU Disaster Response, Honors Firefighter of the Year

Bulgaria 17 February 2025 16:00

Bulgaria remains a key partner in the European Commission's disaster response initiatives, Interior Minister Daniel Mitov said Monday at the Firefighter of the Year 2024 awards ceremony, CE Report quotes BTA

For the third year in a row, Bulgaria has sent resources to combat wildfires in Greece, highlighting its commitment to the EU's civil protection mechanism. "Solidarity in emergencies is crucial, not only within the EU but beyond," Mitov stated, recalling the international aid Bulgaria received during severe forest fires.

He acknowledged support from France, Spain, and Turkiye, emphasizing ongoing efforts to equip firefighters with necessary resources. Chief Commissioner Alexander Dzhartov noted that 2023 was operationally challenging and praised the contributions of the air force, ground troops, and volunteers.

Senior Commissioner Vasil Dimov, head of Plovdiv’s Fire Safety and Population Protection Directorate, was named Firefighter of the Year for leading efforts against regional wildfires.

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