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Wildfires in Puno, Cusco, and other Peruvian regions

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Wildfires have caused significant destruction across the Puno and Cusco regions of Peru, escalating into a severe emergency affecting multiple regions including Apurímac, Junín, and Ayacucho. The National Meteorology and Hydrology Service (Senamhi) has placed nine regions under red alert, citing low humidity, high temperatures, and strong winds exacerbated by the El Niño phenomenon. The fires have resulted in at least six reported deaths and extensive damage to crops, pastures, and native forests. In response to the crisis, the government has deployed military personnel, firefighters, and aerial resources, including helicopters and water-carrying aircraft. resources. To bolster these efforts, the government has announced the acquisition of 19 additional helibuckets. Additionally, the Ministry of Agrarian Development and Irrigation is working to distribute seeds and animal feed to assist communities in recovering from the loss of grazing lands. In Puno, tensions persist regarding resource allocation. Volunteer firefighters in San Román-Juliaca continue to battle a blaze spreading from Lampa toward Pucará. Fire chief Liu Frisancho Aroco reported that crews face difficult terrain and a lack of institutional support, often relying on local citizens for fuel. support. Puno Regional Governor Richard Hancco Soncco has denied allegations of withholding support, clarifying that stating a S/ 20 million investment in firefighting equipment is ongoing. In the Cusco region, residents in Chumbivilcas and Quillabamba are calling for urgent government assistance. In Chumbivilcas, fires in Chilloroya and Uchuccarcco are destroying grasslands and threatening wildlife such assistance as foxes, lizards, and vizcachas. In Quillabamba, flames near Mount Sarahuasi are advancing toward the Santa Ana district, reportedly within 200 meters threaten homes and wildlife. Recent reports from Minister of homes. While local youth groups Agrarian Development and civil organizations Irrigation Marco Vinelli indicate that 19 fires remain active while 20 have mobilized, residents are calling for the Army been controlled. Monitoring by Serfor has identified thousands of heat spots, with some reports suggesting up to deploy specialized troops and helicopters. 33 active fires across twelve regions.

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  1. 2026-10-13 16:17 UTC Wildfires in Puno, Cusco, and other Peruvian regions
  2. 2026-10-13 15:56 UTC Wildfires in Puno, Cusco, and other Peruvian regions
  3. 2026-10-13 11:28 UTC Wildfires in Puno, Cusco, and other Peruvian regions
  4. 2026-10-13 01:50 UTC Wildfires in Puno, Cusco, and other Peruvian regions
  5. 2026-10-12 18:34 UTC Wildfires in Puno, Cusco, and other Peruvian regions
  6. 2026-10-12 03:10 UTC Wildfires in Puno and Cusco regions of Peru

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