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Wildfire Danger: Armed Forces Ready for Possible Deployments in Austria

Das Bundesheer ist bereit für mögliche Waldbrände in Österreich.
Das Bundesheer ist bereit für mögliche Waldbrände in Österreich. ©APA/BUNDESHEER/PUSCA
The Federal Army is ready for possible deployments to combat forest fires in Austria, according to Defense Minister Tanner.

In close cooperation with civilian emergency services, soldiers and specialized equipment will be available for any support, announced Defense Minister Klaudia Tanner (ÖVP) on Wednesday.

Forest Fire Danger: Federal Army can "provide assistance quickly in case of emergency"

"Our soldiers are well-trained and equipped to provide assistance quickly in case of emergency. We are prepared for all eventualities," said Tanner. In recent years, the Federal Army has already assisted multiple times in combating forest and field fires.

(APA/Red)

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