We wish to express our sincere gratitude, deep respect and full support for everything you have done and continue to do in fighting the many fires across Montenegro.

Your courage, expertise, dedication and swift response have saved lives, homes and property. Particular respect is due to the fact that you carry out this exceptionally difficult and responsible work while putting your own lives at risk, often in the most challenging, exhausting and unpredictable conditions.

Your readiness to confront the flames in order to protect others is an example of responsibility, humanity, solidarity and true courage.

Thank you for every effort, every intervention and everything you do to keep us all safe.

We expect the state to recognise what citizens already see and appreciate — your courage, responsibility and sacrifice — and to reward you accordingly and fairly.