We just can’t seem to catch a break.
Footage of massive fires taking over large areas between Anjar and Majdal Anjar shocked many on social media last night. The event caused panic among locals and farmers who heavily rely on the agricultural land.
— (@bin_hadyan_1) August 27, 2021
Firefighters worked to put out the fire in Bekaa’s forests which were finally under control after many hours.
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— HIWAR NEWS (@HIWAR_NEWS) August 27, 2021
This is the second huge fire that breaks out this summer after the fires that destroyed Qobayet in late July. Considering this is a yearly occurrence, we still do not understand why the government is STILL unequipped to handle these disasters.