Forest fires
Accused woman denies starting Patagonia fires and reports raid
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Rocío Brizuela, accused of starting the forest fires in Chubut, rejected the charges and claimed to be a victim of the flames. She reported a raid on her home and requested aid amid the emergency. Prosecutor Carlos Díaz Mayer is investigating a possible link to land disputes in a Mapuche community.
Mexico City kicked off the 2026 Forest Fire Combat Campaign by deploying nearly 4,000 personnel to safeguard green areas and conservation land. Government head Clara Brugada announced a prevention strategy aiming to cut fire impacts by 10 percent. The plan emphasizes clearing underbrush and coordinating with boroughs and residents.
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The Government of the State of Mexico achieved a 52% reduction in areas affected by forest fires in 2025 through ongoing surveillance, public awareness, and the 'quien incendia la apaga' campaign. Over 90% of these fires are caused by human activities. Preparations for this year include firebreaks and training courses.
Chillán's Guarantee Court rejected the prosecutor's request for preventive detention of three workers charged in the Chillán Viejo forest fire, imposing instead a ban on leaving the country. The blaze, sparked by electric tools in a mechanic shop, has burned about 100 to 150 hectares and keeps the commune under red alert.