Police officers were the first on site to fight a fire that broke out at the Pinetum between Pietà and Valletta, following a report yesterday afternoon.

They attempted to put it out with fire extinguishers but a sudden gust of wind caused the flames to spread and the assistance of the Civil Protection Department and a fire engine were required to help.

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