Ribera Alta, Spain - August 26, 2024

On August 26th night, emergency services successfully contained a forest fire that broke out in the canyar (reed bed) area between the towns of Benimodo and l'Alcudia, located in the Ribera Alta region. The fire, which posed a significant threat to local wildlife and vegetation, was swiftly addressed by the coordinated efforts of local fire brigades.

The incident, reported through the emergency line 112, saw a rapid response with multiple firefighting units deployed to the scene. Their prompt action managed to stabilize the fire, preventing it from spreading further into the surrounding areas. As of now, firefighters are focusing on cooling down hotspots to ensure the fire does not reignite.