A forest fire broke out in the Lobau area near Essling this afternoon, prompting a large-scale emergency response. Twenty fire departments are currently on scene, supported by helicopters attempting to contain the blaze. Simultaneously, a separate wildfire in Burgenland led to the closure of the S31 highway. Authorities are working to manage both situations and assess the extent of the damage. The cause of the fires is currently unknown and under investigation. Traffic disruptions are expected in both the Vienna and Burgenland regions due to the emergency efforts. Further updates will be provided as the situation unfolds.