A devastating fire ripped through the village of Braväcovo, destroying ten buildings before firefighters brought it under control. The blaze was significantly hampered by a critical lack of water, with local fire hydrants reported as being dry upon arrival. Fire crews were ultimately forced to rely on an unconventional water source – a local man’s pond – to battle the flames. The incident highlights potential infrastructure issues in the area and raises questions about emergency preparedness. Authorities have not yet released details on the cause of the fire or the extent of the damage beyond the ten structures lost. Investigations are underway to determine why the hydrants were not functioning as expected. The community is now grappling with the aftermath and beginning to assess the long-term impact of the destruction.