Chile Declares Red Alert for Forest Fires in Several Communes
According to the National Service for Prevention and Response to Disasters (Senapred), the most affected communes include nine in the Valparaíso region, eight in the Metropolitan region, and 17 in the O’Higgins and Maule regions. Nov 12, 2024 Photo: EFE
November 12, 2024 Hour: 9:20 pm
The National Forestry Corporation (Conaf) reported that so far the fires have consumed around 160 hectares in localities such as Los Molles, Quilpué, and Valparaíso.
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Chile has declared a red alert in 51 communes due to multiple forest fire outbreaks that have erupted simultaneously, particularly affecting the regions of ValparaIso, Metropolitan, O’Higgins, and Maule. The measure was announced on Tuesday by authorities, who have also begun implementing evacuations in at-risk areas.
According to the National Service for Prevention and Response to Disasters (Senapred), the most affected communes include nine in the Valparaiso region, eight in the Metropolitan region, and 17 in the O’Higgins and Maule regions.
The National Forestry Corporation (Conaf) reported that so far the fires have consumed around 160 hectares in localities such as Los Molles, Quilpue, and Valparaiso.
To address this emergency, a centralized command post has been established, and significant resources have been deployed, including seven technicians, seven firefighting brigades, four water tankers, two skidder vehicles for tree removal, one water-dropping plane, and three helicopters, along with support from local firefighters.
The situation is critical, and evacuations are being assessed in communities such as Los Molles, Quilpue, and Villa Alemana. The red alert allows authorities to identify areas with a higher risk of combustion and spread of forest fires, taking into account factors such as temperature, relative humidity, and wind speed.
Authorities urge the population to stay informed and follow evacuation instructions to ensure their safety during this environmental emergency.
Autor: MLM
Fuente: Chilevisión - @incendios_CONAF
