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Environmental sector reinforces actions to improve prevention and preparation in territories with high exposure to these incidents.Given the increased risk of forest fires in the country, the Ministry of the Environment (Minam) began a cycle of specialized training in seven regions to strengthen local capacities in the prevention of forest fires, reduce environmental impacts and protect the most vulnerable populations against these incidents.
The first day was held on June 23 and 24 in Amazonas, one of the most vulnerable territories to forest fires, with the participation of representatives from the municipalities of Leimebamba, Chachapoyas and Luya, the Regional Environmental Authority (ARA Amazonas) and the Regional Emergency Operations Center (COER).
The training focuses on the use and application of the information service on Favorable Conditions for the Occurrence of Forest Fires (CFOI), developed by Minam, which allows identifying areas with a greater probability of fires occurring and guiding timely preventive actions in the territory.
Throughout the second half of 2026, training will be extended to Puno, Huanuco, Ancash, Ucayali, San Martin and Huancavelica. The course will provide regional governments and municipalities with tools to identify, in their own territories (peasant and native communities, protected natural areas, relict forests and urban centers), to take preventive actions in areas exposed to the risk of fires.
Minam facing forest fires
Minam carries out permanent monitoring at the national level of the physical, biological and climatic conditions that favor the occurrence of forest fires. This information is shared with national entities, regional governments and municipalities to reinforce prevention and reduce impacts on biodiversity, ecosystems and the populations livelihoods.
In Peru, 98% of forest fires are caused by human activities, mainly by agricultural and livestock burning. Its highest incidence occurs between August and November, especially in the Andean zone and in recent years it has been intensifying in the Amazon region, which makes it key to strengthen prevention and coordination between authorities and communities.
