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Ñuble Shields Itself Against Fire with 394 km of Firebreaks for 2025-2026

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In a coordinated effort to combat the constant threat of wildfires, the Ñuble region announced a comprehensive firebreak plan that will cover 394.4 kilometers for the 2025-2026 season.

This project, which is part of the National Firebreak Plan, involves public agencies, municipalities, companies, and private individuals, and is designed to significantly reduce the spread of fire in the highest-risk areas.

The Ministry of Public Works (MOP) leads the initiative with 237.7 kilometers of firebreaks, followed by the National Forestry Corporation (Conaf) of Ñuble with 65.8 kilometers, while municipalities, companies, electric utilities, and private individuals contribute the rest. The measures include the removal of vegetative fuel, the creation of preventive firebreaks and vegetation-free strips, all aimed at protecting communities and local ecosystems.

The announcement was made near the Queime Toll Plaza, in an area that has witnessed devastating fires in the past. Regional authorities, including the Regional Ministerial Secretary of Public Works, Freddy Jelves; the Director of Ñuble Roadways, Oliver Morales; the Acting Director of Senapred Ñuble, Cristian Matus; and the Director of Conaf Ñuble, Juan Salvador Ramírez, emphasized the importance of this collaboration to strengthen prevention and improve emergency response capacity.

Juan Salvador Ramírez, Director of Conaf Ñuble, highlighted that the work not only prevents the occurrence of fires but also helps control them once they have been declared. This plan adds to national efforts to establish a firebreak network that will reach 4,893 kilometers across the country.

With this plan, Ñuble positions itself at the forefront of wildfire prevention, demonstrating a firm commitment to the safety of its inhabitants and the preservation of its natural heritage.