Fire Safety Expert Explains Why Blazes Are Fatal in Roma Settlements, Special Blankets Distributed

Fire safety experts are highlighting the deadly nature of fires in Roma settlements across Slovakia, where substandard housing conditions and limited infrastructure create particularly dangerous situations. Special fire-resistant blankets have been distributed to residents as part of safety measures. The expert analysis comes as authorities work to address the heightened fire risks in these marginalized communities, where makeshift heating systems and poor building materials often contribute to rapid fire spread and tragic outcomes.