Forest fires
Multiple forest fires erupt across Sweden amid ongoing SMHI warnings
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Following SMHI's forest fire risk warnings issued Friday, multiple blazes broke out across Sweden on Saturday, May 2. Fires reported in Gothenburg area, Årjäng, Uppsala, and elsewhere, with rescue services deploying aircraft and helicopters amid high risks in Götaland, Svealand, and parts of Norrland.
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.
The National Service for Prevention and Response to Disasters (Senapred) requested the evacuation of seven sectors in the Maule commune, Maule region, due to two forest fires near populated areas. The fires have destroyed 685 hectares, and the commune remains under red alert. The alert was activated at 6 p.m. via the Emergency Alert System (SAE).
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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.