# Wildfire risk management in Spain

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/wildfire-risk-management-in-spain
> Updated: 2026-08-16T19:59:28.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2.

In Spain, local authorities and residents are addressing wildfire risks through various preventative and reactive measures.

In municipalities such as San Andrés del Rabanedo and Torrent, concerns have been raised regarding overgrown vegetation on private and abandoned plots. Local councils are seeking to mitigate these risks, with some municipalities preparing to contract specialized companies to perform cleaning on lands where owners have failed to meet maintenance obligations.

Recent incidents have further highlighted the need for improved protection. A fire at a landfill in Lloret de Mar required the deployment of multiple firefighting units to manage waste combustion and protect surrounding forests. Meanwhile, at Collserola Natural Park, officials are proposing updates to fire protection protocols, including expanding vegetation-free zones around residential areas and upgrading firefighting technical infrastructure.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-16: Spain faces landfill fire and calls for improved wildfire protection

Firefighters controlled a landfill blaze in Lloret de Mar, while officials in Collserola propose expanding protection zones to safeguard homes from increasing wildfire risks.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/spain-faces-landfill-fire-and-calls-for-improved-wildfire-protection

### 2026-08-12: Spanish municipalities address fire risks from overgrown private plots

Residents and local councils in San Andrés del Rabanedo and Torrent are addressing fire risks by demanding or preparing the clearing of overgrown private plots and abandoned land.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/spanish-municipalities-address-fire-risks-from-overgrown-private-plots

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