Forest fire
Yellow alert remains in Antuco for wildfire affecting 486 hectares
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The “711-Rucue” wildfire in Antuco, Biobío Region, has burned 486 hectares and keeps the yellow alert issued by Senapred in place. Emergency teams continue working on site with support from firefighters and forestry brigades.
Nine fires were reported in the Örebro area on Friday. SMHI has now announced an elevated risk for forest fires. Emergency services battled several of the fires throughout the day.
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SMHI warns of high forest fire risk in southern and central Sweden on Friday. The warning covers nearly all of Götaland and Svealand, except western coastal areas. Grass fire risks are also flagged for northern parts over the weekend.
A forest fire that started on Monday in San Pedro de Melipilla has spread to over 1,870 hectares of vegetation, prompting a red alert and preventive evacuations. Five people have been displaced, and three homes destroyed. Authorities have deployed an extensive operation to combat the blaze.
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The National Service for Disaster Prevention and Response has declared a red alert in the Constitución commune, Maule Region, due to an ongoing forest fire in the San Antonio sector. The preliminary affected area has risen to 25 hectares, with atmospheric conditions expected to intensify its spread this afternoon. Firefighters and forestry teams are working hard to contain it.