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CONAF Launches Call for Firefighter Selection in Biobío

CONAF Launches Call for Firefighter Selection in Biobío

The National Forestry Corporation (Conaf) has begun the selection process to incorporate 500 forest firefighters and 30 people in logistical and dispatch roles, preparing for the 2025-2026 wildfire season in …

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UdeC Scientists Participate in the Largest Global Study on Invasive Alien Species

UdeC Scientists Participate in the Largest Global Study on Invasive Alien Species

An international team of researchers, including specialists from the University of Concepción, published the most comprehensive assessment to date on invasive alien species and their impact on the planet's biodiversity …

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Municipality of Florida Joins Community Prevention Network

Municipality of Florida Joins Community Prevention Network

In an effort to strengthen preparedness and prevention against wildfires, the Municipality of Florida signed a collaboration agreement with the Community Prevention Network, an organization that promotes the reduction of …

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Biobío Strengthens Coordination to Face Wildfire Season

Biobío Strengthens Coordination to Face Wildfire Season

Under the slogan "Biobío Without Fires," the Regional Government brought together around thirty public, private, and civil society actors in a working session aimed at coordinating actions for the 2025-2026 …

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Mayor of Laja values presence of Armed Forces during wildfire season: "You can tell when they are here"

Mayor of Laja values presence of Armed Forces during wildfire season: "You can tell when they are here"

The mayor of Laja, Vladimir Fica, explained how the municipality is preparing for a new summer season and potential wildfires in the Biobío Region.As stated in an interview with SABES, …

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Low Intentionality and "Single Strike" Strategy Highlighted in Addressing Forest Fires in Maule

Low Intentionality and "Single Strike" Strategy Highlighted in Addressing Forest Fires in Maule

A total of 885 forest fires were recorded in the Maule region during the 2024-2025 season, which is higher than the 771 that occurred in 2023-2024. However, in terms of …

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