Skogsbränder

Firefighters battle massive wildfires in Patagonia's national parks, flames threaten homes in El Hoyo amid over 50,000 hectares burned.

Patagonia fires ravage over 50,000 hectares in four national parks

1 februari 2026 Rapporterad av AI Bild genererad av AI

Wildfires in Patagonia are affecting four national parks in Chubut, Río Negro, Neuquén, and Santa Cruz, with over 50,000 hectares burned and more than 500 firefighters battling the blazes. The situation is critical in Chubut, where the fire threatens roads and homes in El Hoyo, forcing teams to retreat for safety. Extreme weather conditions are complicating containment efforts.

Wildfires reignite in Chubut due to high temperatures and winds

Wildfires in Chubut, especially near Los Alerces National Park, have reignited due to high temperatures and wind gusts after 43 days of impact. US Ambassador to Argentina Peter Lamelas delivered 12 boxes of equipment to fight the fires in critical areas of the Andean Comarca. Meanwhile, firefighters demand better pay and working conditions.

Western Cape faces water crisis and wildfires, seeks disaster status

16 januari 2026 Rapporterad av AI

The Western Cape is grappling with severe water shortages and wildfires, prompting MEC Anton Bredell to seek a provincial disaster declaration. In Knysna, the main dam is at 15% capacity, leaving just 10 days of water. Broader issues include depleted firefighting budgets and infrastructure failures.

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Kouga wildfires contained after four days of intensive firefighting

Amerika

Chile steps in with aid amid ongoing Chubut wildfires crisis

Amerika

Senapred issues new preventive alert for wildfires in central Chile

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Wildfires in Patagonia evacuate over 3000 tourists

8 januari 2026 Rapporterad av AI

Over 3000 tourists have been evacuated from Patagonia due to intense wildfires in Chubut, which have ravaged thousands of hectares. Authorities confirm the El Hoyo fire was intentional, while experts warn of respiratory health risks from smoke affecting 16 provinces.

Authorities issue red alert for extreme heat and fires in central Chile

Amid forecasts of temperatures up to 37°C, Chile's National Service for Prevention and Response to Disasters (Senapred) declared a red alert for extreme heat in central regions from Coquimbo to Ñuble, from December 29 to 31. Officials report 11 active forest fires, three under combat, and urge prevention to avoid new blazes during year-end holidays.

Miles Teller återskapar fruns bröllopsklänning som förstördes i brand

27 december 2025 Rapporterad av AI

Miles Teller fixade den ultimata högtidssurprisen till sin fru Keleigh genom att ge henne en replika av bröllopsklänningen som förstördes i Pacific Palisades-branden. Paret förlorade sitt hem i januari-brannen, men denna omtänksamma gest hjälper dem att bygga upp igen. Keleigh delade den känslosamma öppningen på sociala medier och taggade originaldesignern.

15 januari 2026 21:42