Forest fire continues in Mechels Bos.
A wildfire is burning in the Mechelse Heide nature reserve near Maasmechelen, Belgium. Firefighters are trying to stop the fire. Authorities are looking into what caused the fire.
The fire started earlier this week and has spread across approximately eight hectares of land. Firefighters from several towns, including Maasmechelen, Lanaken, and Maaseik, are working to control the blaze. The fire is happening because of dry conditions in the region. Residents are asking for rain to help put out the fire. Authorities are investigating the cause of the fire to prevent future incidents.
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Highlights
Wildfire in Mechelse Heide
A wildfire has broken out in the Mechelse Heide nature reserve in Maasmechelen, Belgium.
Fire Covers 6.5 Hectares
Firefighters battled a forest fire covering 6.5 hectares in Maasmechelen, Belgium.
Eight Hectares Burned
A fire consumed approximately eight hectares of land at the Mechelse Heide estate.
Fire Still Burning Underground
A fire is burning in the Heidebrand Mechels Bos forest and authorities are monitoring it.
Residents Request Rain
Residents are requesting rain to help extinguish the flames and the cause is under investigation.