The Xunta of Galicia claims 1.6 million euros from Naturgy for the fire that destroyed 370 hectares in Padrón, attributed to the company's negligence for not clearing the area adjacent to an electric line. (translated)
In 2026, Spain has recorded 264,656 hectares affected by wildfires, which represents 80,000 hectares less than the previous year, although the Ministry for Ecological Transition emphasizes that the data is provisional and alert will be maintained due to the increase in temperatures. (translated)
The Grefa Wildlife Hospital in Majadahonda is rehabilitating several animals affected by the forest fire in the Sierra Oeste of Madrid, including two black vulture chicks and a stone marten, which suffered injuries and burns. (translated)
Catalonia will triple the management of forests to prevent fires, increasing from 610 to 2,000 hectares treated annually following an agreement with the provincial councils of Barcelona, Girona, Tarragona, and Lleida. (translated)
The government representative in the Valencian Community has ruled out natural causes for the fire in El Saler, suggesting that it could have been intentional and confirming that the investigation into its origin is ongoing. (translated)
Lo que está ocurriendo en el Tolima es gravísimo. Hay indicios de que algunos incendios forestales están siendo provocados deliberadamente y he ordenado actuar con toda la contundencia del Estado. Los reportes recibidos señalan indicios técnicos compatibles con el posible uso de acelerantes y denuncias reiteradas de autoridades locales sobre hombres en motocicleta que estarían prendiendo fuego intencionalmente en Suárez, Coello y San Luis. Todo esto deberá ser investigado y judicializado con rigor. Mientras nuestros 205 bomberos, cerca de 20 unidades de apoyo y medios aéreos arriesgan sus vidas combatiendo las llamas, también hemos recibido reportes de personas que estarían obstaculizando las labores de extinción. Además, se investiga si existe una relación entre la generación deliberada de incendios, la distracción de las autoridades y posteriores acciones criminales contra la seguridad y la infraestructura. He ordenado reforzar de inmediato la presencia de la Fuerza Pública en San Luis, Coello y Suárez, proteger a las comunidades y a nuestros bomberos, identificar y capturar a quienes estén provocando incendios y garantizar que nadie interfiera con las operaciones de emergencia. Asimismo, le he dado la instrucción al director de la UNGRD de solicitar de inmediato apoyo internacional a Chile y a Estados Unidos para combatir y sofocar estos incendios. Ambos países cuentan con amplia experiencia y capacidades especializadas en el manejo de grandes incendios forestales. Vamos a utilizar todos los recursos nacionales e internacionales que sean necesarios para proteger la vida de los colombianos y nuestro territorio. Una cosa es clara: quien incendia nuestros campos, pone en peligro a familias enteras o sabotea a quienes combaten el fuego es un criminal y será tratado como tal. No voy a permitir que utilicen una emergencia para sembrar caos y terror en el Tolima. ¡Firme por la Patria! (A.D.L.E) 🇨🇴 🐅 #IncendiosForestales #Seguridad #Colombia
The Air and Space Army lieutenant, José Ángel Fernández, has tragically passed away while deployed in Santiago as part of the fight against forest fires, which has caused deep sorrow among his colleagues and in the Army. (translated)
A study by Global Change Biology warns that wildfires in Europe could increase by up to 192% in the burned area by the end of the century, affecting not only Mediterranean regions but also areas less accustomed to fire, although better management could mitigate this impact. (translated)
So far this year, Spain has reported 262,030 hectares burned due to wildfires, with a total of 43 large fires declared, which reflects a decrease compared to the previous year, but still carries a high risk of fires and the need for caution among the population. (translated)
A forest fire in Aldea del Fresno, in the Sierra Oeste of Madrid, has forced the confinement of residents in this locality and Villamantilla, while the Community of Madrid has activated the Infoma emergency plan in response to the situation. (translated)
More than 200 personnel, including two battalions from the Military Emergency Unit (UME), are working to extinguish a forest fire in Las Hurdes (Cáceres), which has forced the evacuation of 700 residents from ten small villages and has caused damage to at least three houses. (translated)
The article highlights the lack of official protocols for the evacuation and protection of all animals during natural disasters, which has led to many tragedies, and calls for the creation of a comprehensive plan that includes both domestic and livestock animals as well as wildlife, to prevent animals from being systematically neglected in crisis situations. (translated)
Wildfire firefighting pilots must make critical real-time decisions, considering factors such as altitude and flight speed, to control the flames from the air, all while managing controlled adrenaline and facing the risk that the fire itself may engulf their aircraft. (translated)
Southern and central Europe are facing a severe wildfire crisis due to an exceptionally dry and hot summer, with thousands of evacuations, several fatalities, and millions in losses, while Portugal, Belgium, Greece, France, Germany, and Spain are mobilizing resources to combat the flames, and the fires have devastated more than 576,000 hectares to date. (translated)
The Niebla fire, the largest in the history of Andalusia, has finally been stabilized after more than a week out of control, allowing the Military Emergency Unit (UME) to begin its withdrawal, receiving the gratitude of the local community for their effort and dedication in the fight against the fire. (translated)
The Niebla fire, the largest in the history of Andalusia, has been stabilized after more than a week out of control, allowing 417 evacuated people to return home and leaving a devastated landscape in Berrocal. (translated)
In 2026, fires in Spain have ravaged more than 265,000 hectares, surpassing the total of the previous year, and although climate change plays a role, experts warn that human negligence is a determining factor in this devastating situation. (translated)
The Board has declared the fire in Burgohondo (Ávila) "controlled" 24 days after it started, after becoming the worst in the history of Spain and burning more than 50,000 hectares. (translated)
The fire in Huelva has exceeded 40,000 hectares, becoming the largest recorded in Andalusia, and although some flanks are contained, the fire continues to advance towards the province of Seville, threatening several municipalities. (translated)
The Niebla forest fire, declared on August 6, 2026, has already affected more than 38,000 hectares, becoming one of the most serious in the history of Andalusia alongside the Riotinto fire of 2004, while firefighters fight to contain it due to the risk of strong winds. (translated)
