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In Switzerland, a field fire spread to a forest, destroying two caravans. The incident occurred in the canton of Bern, exact date not specified. Fire services contained the blaze, no injuries reported.
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In Switzerland, a field fire spread to a forest, destroying two caravans. The incident occurred in the canton of Bern, exact date not specified. Fire ...
In Switzerland, a field fire spread to a forest, destroying two caravans. The incident occurred in the canton of Bern, exact date not specified. Fire services contained the blaze, no injuries reported.
Updated: 25.07.2026
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