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Categories: POLITICS

Puno region wildfire crisis

Entities: Puno region · Peruvian Army · Centro de Operaciones de Emergencia Regional (COER)

Overview

In late June, authorities reported a cluster of thirteen forest fires across the Puno region, together consuming more than 230 hectares of land. No further details were provided on the fires’ locations or impacts.

By late July, a separate fast‑moving blaze had ignited near kilometre 35 of the Puno‑Mañazo highway. Strong winds and extremely dry vegetation helped the fire spread quickly, destroying pastureland, generating thick smoke that reduced road visibility, and threatening nearby communities. The regional Emergency Operations Center declared an active emergency. Responders—including local fire brigades, the National Police, the Peruvian Army and community volunteers—were mobilised to protect lives, livestock and livelihoods. Authorities warned drivers to exercise extreme caution, reiterated bans on agricultural burning and urged the public to report new fire spots.

Timeline

  1. 6 days ago

    [POLITICS] 8 sources
    Puno, Peru wildfire threatens road and nearby communities

    A forest fire near the Puno‑Mañazo road in Peru, fueled by winds and dry vegetation, prompted an emergency declaration and a multi‑agency response to protect nearby communities and livestock.

  2. about 1 month ago

    [POLITICS] 5 sources
    Puno region reports 13 forest fires burning over 230 hectares

    Thirteen forest fires in Peru's Puno region burned over 230 hectares between June 22‑26, with one still active; no casualties were reported, and officials warned against burning waste during the dry season.

Sources

abyayala.tv.bo · altavoz.pe · deia.eus · djhr.uodiyala.edu.iq · ecoticias.com · eldiario.es · fabienne.us · marcelhauri.ch