The military plant in the village of Belitsa near Tryavna remains under surveillance after explosions at an ammunition depot. A fire broke out in the area, which required firefighters to be on duty at the site overnight. The flames in a forest have been brought under control and there is no danger to people and settlements, Chief Commissioner Alexander Dzhartov, head of General Directorate for Fire Safety and Protection of the Population, said.
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Source: Radio Bulgaria
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