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Rural Violence: Unions Question Authorities' Assessment and Accuse Lack of Security in the Region

Rural Violence: Unions Question Authorities' Assessment and Accuse Lack of Security in the Region

The forestry sector in the Biobío region strongly responded to the statements by the Regional Ministerial Secretary (Seremi) of Public Security, Paulina Stuardo, who claimed that attacks on trails have …

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Valparaíso Firefighters Lead Massive Wildfire Simulation Drill

Valparaíso Firefighters Lead Massive Wildfire Simulation Drill

In an effort to improve coordination and effectiveness in combating wildfires, the Valparaíso Fire Department organized an extensive simulation exercise this weekend, with participation from teams in Viña del Mar, …

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New Shelter Modules Strengthen CONAF's Night Brigades in Biobío

New Shelter Modules Strengthen CONAF's Night Brigades in Biobío

Equipped with bedrooms, dining areas, kitchens, bathrooms, showers, and laundry facilities, the new shelter modules of the National Forestry Corporation (CONAF) are now operational in Tomé, Coronel, Yumbel, and Cañete. …

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Wildland-Urban Interface Fires Increased by 77% Compared to Last Year's Records

Wildland-Urban Interface Fires Increased by 77% Compared to Last Year's Records

The heatwave announced last week, which according to Meteorology would extend until this Wednesday with temperatures above 30 degrees, has put Conaf Ñuble on high alert. They have already warned …

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Use of AI and Surveillance Cameras: California Specialist Detailed How They Combat Fires in the U.S.

Use of AI and Surveillance Cameras: California Specialist Detailed How They Combat Fires in the U.S.

In the context of the 2nd Chile-California Conference: Prevention, Response, and New Technologies for Wildfires, organized by the Chile California Council, Nathan Barcklay, Deputy Director of Cooperative Fire Protection at …

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Community Operation Aims to Prevent Fires in Cerro Caracol

Community Operation Aims to Prevent Fires in Cerro Caracol

With the goal of reinforcing wildfire prevention measures ahead of the summer season, the Biobío Housing and Urban Development Service (Serviu) carried out a community operation in the Cerro Caracol …

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