A Gudina, Spain - September 18, 2024

Location: A Gudina, Ourense, Spain

In a dramatic display of modern firefighting techniques, the wildfire that has been ravaging the A Gudina region saw the deployment of an advanced method known as "backburning" or "counterfire." This technique, executed by the expert team from Brif Laza, one of the most renowned firefighting units in the area, has been pivotal in managing the spread of the blaze.

The fire, which started in the Pentes area of A Gudina, was met with immediate response using what is locally referred to as "fuego tecnico" (technical fire). This method involves setting controlled fires along the perimeter of the main fire to consume the fuel in its path, thereby creating a barrier where the wildfire has nothing left to burn.

Witnessing the application of this technique, one could not help but admire the precision and bravery of the firefighting crew. The operation, which required meticulous planning and execution, was described by observers as "textbook" — a demonstration of how effective such strategies can be when performed by highly skilled professionals.