Forest fires continue to rage in Galicia, Spain, forcing numerous residents to evacuate their homes in the municipalities of Panton (Lugo) and O it was (Ourense). The fires, currently classified as “situation 2” due to their proximity to housing, have already consumed over 1,600 hectares, according to the Rural Medium Consellería of the Galician government.

The moast recent update from the Rural Medium consellería, recorded at 09.00 hours on Saturday, indicates a new Forest fire in the Lucense municipality of The Fonsagrada, parish do trobo, affecting approximately 20 hectares. Additionally, a fire in Barreiros (Lugo), Parish of San Justo de Cabarcos, remains under control, having impacted around 140 hectares.

Active Firefronts and Response Efforts

The fire in Panton, Parish of Pompous, remains a important concern, with “situation 2” activated due to its proximity to the population core of Lorn. This fire, which began at 14.16 hours last Thursday, has burned an estimated 1,400 hectares, extending into the term of Sober, where local holidays have been suspended. The firefighting efforts are substantial, with the Gathering mobilizing 12 technicians, 62 agents, 82 brigades, 62 motor pumps, 9 shovels, 4 technical support units, 13 helicopters, and 12 planes. The Military Emergency Unit (UME) has also been deployed.

“Situation 2 is maintained activated by its proximity to the population core of Lorn.”

In the province of Ourense, “Situation 2” is also in effect for the forest fire in O It was, Parish of village, due to its proximity to the core of Santa Cruz. This preventive measure, initially deactivated on Friday morning, was reinstated due to worsening meteorological conditions. The fire, active as Thursday at 23.47 hours, has affected approximately 240 hectares. Resources deployed include 3 technicians, 21 agents, 34 brigades, 24 motor pumps, 3 shovels, 2 technical support units, 6 helicopters, and 11 airplanes, along with the Military Emergency Unit.

Additional Fires and Ongoing Control Measures

Another active forest fire is located in the province of Lugo, having started at 02.25 hours this past morning in the parish of I find, Municipality of The Fonsagrada, impacting around 20 hectares.The Forest fire in San Justo de Cabarcos, Barreiros (Lugo), which began at noon on Sunday 14, remains controlled, with approximately 140 hectares of mountain mount affected.