@global.crisis3: September 22, 2026 | Benevento Province, Campania, Italy 🇮🇹 Two major forest fires broke out almost simultaneously on Mount Taburno—one on the slopes in the area of Foglianise and Vitulano, and the second between Bonea and Bucciano in the Valle Caudina. The fire spread rapidly through the mountain vegetation, fueled by strong winds. The situation was most critical near Foglianise, where the flames approached the Hermitage Church of St. Michael the Archangel and drew close to residential houses. Firefighters, Civil Protection units, the forest fire service, the Carabinieri, a helicopter, and Canadair aircraft were deployed to extinguish the blaze. On September 23, it was reported that both hotspots were fully extinguished; however, dampening-down operations and monitoring of smoldering areas continue to prevent reignition. The cause of the fires has not been officially established. Due to the nearly simultaneous outbreak of the two fires, authorities are investigating the possibility of arson, though it has not yet been confirmed.

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Wednesday 23 September 2026 15:32:18 GMT