Firefighters will return to the area several times throughout the evening and will continue to monitor the situation.
Crews are still urging people to avoid walking on the site and on charred areas of ground, because residual toxins and fumes that will be present for several days could be harmful to people and animals’ health.
Firefighters worked tirelessly in punishing conditions to surround the fire, preventing flames from spreading and bringing it under control. They would like to thank the locals for their cooperation in following safety advice throughout the incident, especially given the hot weather this week.
Crews are urging everyone to take extra precautions this summer to help reduce the risk of additional wildfires. If you’re having a barbecue, keep it away from greenery, shrubs, property, and fences, and if it’s disposable, only throw it away after it’s completely cooled. You should also make sure cigarettes are completely cold before disposing of them, take any trash with you, and avoid lighting bonfires during hot or windy weather.
