13 people died and 42 were injured in fires this year

INCIDENT14.05.2026
13 people died and 42 were injured in fires this year

During the first quarter of 2026, the number of fire incidents investigated was 359.

elchi reports that this was stated in the Ministry of Emergency Situations’ statistical data on fires.

During the fire incidents, 13 people died and 42 were injured. Compared to the first quarter of 2025, this is a decrease of 3 people or 19% in fire-related deaths, and 12 people or 22% in injuries.