Stories

Stolovi wildfire near Kraljevo

This story tracks the wildfire on Stolovi near Kraljevo, its extent, the access challenges of the mountain terrain, and risks to forest and settlements.

Climate and EnvironmentIncidentsSociety

Updated: August 24, 2026 at 09:26 AM

Serbian Armed Forces helicopter firefighting on Stolovi

What matters

On 24 August, N1 reported that the Stolovi fire remained active; strong wind and dense smoke were complicating firefighters’ work.

Firefighting helicopter

Serbian Armed Forces helicopter firefighting on Stolovi
Photo: Ministry of Defence of the Republic of Serbia.

Chronology

N1

Stolovi wildfire: strong wind and smoke complicate firefighters' work

N1, citing RTS, says firefighting continues at Stolovi, where strong wind and dense smoke hinder the operation, while conditions are steadier in Deliblatska Sands.

N1021

Stolovi fire remains uncontained as wind rekindles hotspots

Overnight rain did not reduce the fire on Stolovi near Kraljevo. Strong wind is rekindling hotspots and difficult terrain is complicating firefighting.

N1

The Stolovi wildfire affects about 200 hectares

On Stolovi mountain near Kraljevo, the wildfire has affected about 200 hectares. The Interior Ministry says structures are not threatened; 43 rescuers, a quad bike, a water reservoir and two helicopters are involved.

Fresh materials on this topic

All cards on this topic
Climate and Environment

Stolovi wildfire: strong wind and smoke complicate firefighters' work

N1, citing RTS, says firefighting continues at Stolovi, where strong wind and dense smoke hinder the operation, while conditions are steadier in Deliblatska Sands.

N1
Climate and Environment

Stolovi fire remains uncontained as wind rekindles hotspots

Overnight rain did not reduce the fire on Stolovi near Kraljevo. Strong wind is rekindling hotspots and difficult terrain is complicating firefighting.

N1021
Serbian Armed Forces helicopter firefighting on Stolovi
Climate and Environment

The Stolovi wildfire affects about 200 hectares

On Stolovi mountain near Kraljevo, the wildfire has affected about 200 hectares. The Interior Ministry says structures are not threatened; 43 rescuers, a quad bike, a water reservoir and two helicopters are involved.

N1

What changed

  • On 24 August, wind and smoke were additional obstacles to firefighting at Stolovi.
  • The fire is not contained, and difficult terrain and strong wind remain the main firefighting challenges.

Key sources