Wildfires
Patagonia fires ravage over 50,000 hectares in four national parks
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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.
Tropical peatlands are burning at levels unseen in at least 2,000 years, according to a new study analyzing ancient charcoal records. Fires had declined for over 1,000 years due to natural climate patterns but surged in the 20th century, particularly in Southeast Asia and Australasia. Human activities like land drainage for agriculture are driving this increase.
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In Cape Town, the sound of Bell Huey helicopters signals wildfires on Table Mountain, where pilots like John Mittelmeyer drop water to contain the blazes. These aircraft play a key role in initial suppression, working alongside ground crews to protect the area. Most fires have human origins, highlighting the need for vigilance in this fynbos-rich landscape.
In an escalation of the Chubut wildfires that began January 5—previously linked to arson and prompting Chilean aid—Epuyén's council declared a comprehensive fire, social, environmental, economic, and health catastrophe after flames ravaged over 12,000 hectares. Reignited by winds, the fires have destroyed 24 homes and key sites, prompting high-level visits, donations, and aid requests amid paralyzed local activities.
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Unexpected rains in Chubut's Comarca Andina brought relief to the wildfires that have scorched thousands of hectares, though authorities keep the alert as not all foci are extinguished. The national government confirmed that 22 of 32 fires are fully controlled, while brigadists demand salary improvements. President Javier Milei praised the heroism of the firefighters.
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.
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Spencer Pratt, the 42-year-old star of MTV's 'The Hills,' announced his Republican candidacy for Los Angeles mayor at the 'They Let Us Burn' rally marking the one-year anniversary of the Palisades Fire, which destroyed homes belonging to him, his wife Heidi Montag, and his parents. Pratt sharply criticized Democratic leaders for mishandling the disaster and pledged to challenge incumbent Mayor Karen Bass in the upcoming election.
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