The fire took place at Mosvatnet, 864 meters above sea level, in Vestre Slidre in Innlandet. The fire service states that there are approx. 10 goals that have burned down. Knut Erik Ringen in Valdre’s fire and rescue service Photo: Private – There are a total of 14–15 firefighters from three fire stations working at the site, says Knut Erik Ringen, who is a task leader in Valdre’s fire and rescue service. – We are very satisfied that we have had ample access to water from the north end of Mosvatnet, where the fire took place, says Ringen. He stated a little earlier this morning that they did not have full control of the fire, but were working to get control of the outer edge of the field where it was burning. FOREST FIRE EXTINGUISHING: Fire engine from the fire service in Valdres on site in Vestre Slidre. Photo: Valdres fire and rescue service It is dry in the area, and quite a bit windy. – On the part of the fire service, we must strongly encourage hikers and others to understand the danger of fire, says Ringen. He says that it is now very important that the dismissal ban is respected. At 1.15 p.m. Ringen stated that they are maintaining staffing of approx. one hour ahead, to carry out post-extinguishing. The crews are then gradually dismissed. At the same time, he sends a big thank you to Vestre Slidre municipality, which has provided catering during the extinguishing work. Mosvatnet is located in Vestre Slidre in Valdres.
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Forest fire in Vestre Slidre in Valdres in Innlandet where 15 fire crews participate – news Innlandet – Local news, TV and radio
