Civil protection units in Beja are continuing their efforts to contain two fires that broke out on Saturday in El Hchachna, Nefza and at a rubbish dump in northern Beja.
Local civil protection director, Moez Ben Khlifa, told TAP the first fire was caused by work carried out by a citizen, adding that three fire engines had been mobilised to prevent the fire from spreading to neighbouring houses and mountains.
Ben Khlifa stressed that civil protection units and forestry services are now on alert to fight any fires that may occur following the remarkable rise in temperatures.
He called for vigilance in the face of fire risks, especially as the heat and gusty winds are conducive to fires.
Source: Agence Tunis Afrique Presse