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Minister of the Environment highlighted the volunteerism promoted by local governments, regional governments and in protected natural areasWithin the framework of prevention actions against forest fires, the action plan corresponding to the year 2026 was presented in Pucallpa, with the presence of the Minister of the Environment, Nelly Paredes Castillo. This document sets out prevention actions and the training of forestry combatants and support brigades for their timely intervention during incidents.
In the presentation of the plan, the provincial mayor of Coronel Portillo, Janet Castagne, highlighted the value of coordinated work and advance preparation: We are adopting preventive measures against possible emergencies during the dry season. The training and equipment of the brigade members demonstrate their vocation for service and allow us to be better prepared to face forest fires.
The provincial authority reaffirmed its commitment to continue strengthening capacities, promoting a culture of prevention and coordinating efforts between the three levels of government, in order to protect natural resources and guarantee the safety of the population.
As specified in the plan, the Regional Forestry and Wildlife Management will continue with training for municipal workers and with awareness-raising actions in educational institutions. Likewise, Sernanp will continue with the training of 320 support brigade members.
During the meeting, they gave certificates to the participants of the training course as support brigade members, with 10 being recognized as belonging to the regional government, from the Provincial Municipality of Coronel Portillo, among other agencies.
Special equipment and clothing was also provided for forestry combatants, in order to strengthen their capabilities on the first line of fire control.
The authorities highlighted that these actions are part of an articulated work aimed at anticipating the critical season of forest fires, which usually intensifies between the months of July and August, especially after climatic events such as the El Nino phenomenon.
Ucayali, considered a highly vulnerable region, has been one of the most affected in recent years. In 2024 alone, thousands of hectares were devastated, impacting cocoa, coffee and banana crops, as well as forest plantations and native communities.
In this context, the Minister of the Environment stressed the importance of prevention and joint work: We urge the population to avoid practices that generate forest fires. It is essential to act now and strengthen preparation to protect our ecosystems and communities.
