WWF guards and fire brigade quell large wildfire near Trentola Ducenta, Italy

On 28 June 2026, WWF environmental guards conducting a free anti‑“Terra dei Fuochi” patrol in the countryside near Trentola Ducenta (province of Caserta) discovered a fast‑spreading vegetation fire. The guards immediately alerted the fire department of Aversa, which responded with a fire engine and joined the volunteers in tackling the blaze.

The combined effort contained the flames before they could reach nearby homes, preventing further damage and highlighting the collaborative role of volunteer environmental patrols with state emergency services in a region plagued by illegal fires.

The incident underscores ongoing challenges with arson-related wildfires in Campania and the importance of rapid, coordinated response to protect both the environment and public safety.