Putting Out Forest Fires, A Team Effort
A joint effort by various organizations has brought the wildfires in the Cayo District under control after significant firefighting efforts.
A joint effort by various organizations has brought the wildfires in the Cayo District under control after significant firefighting efforts.
A Mexican naval vessel ran aground on a reef near San Pedro, prompting an assessment by the Department of the Environment.
Friends for Conservation and Development worked to combat forest fires threatening the Chiquibul National Park, while also addressing the impact of COVID-19 on local communities.
An hour-long downpour in the VACA Forest Reserve has helped ease the forest fires in Western Belize's Cayo District.
Wildfires in the Cayo District prompted community volunteers and air support to combat the flames affecting nearby towns and the capital, Belmopan.
Community efforts and rainfall have helped contain wildfires near Benque Viejo, with ongoing monitoring of remaining hotspots.
A Kinkajou rescued from wildfires shows signs of recovery, but many animals suffer from smoke inhalation and loss of habitat due to man-made fires.
A fire destroyed 50 acres of Serendipity Farms in Toledo, causing significant damage to crops and prompting a plea for help from the farm owner.
Fires continue to rage in the Vaca Reserve and near Benque Viejo, prompting community volunteers and experts to combat the blazes affecting wildlife and forest cover.
An air tanker will operate from Spanish Lookout to combat slow-burning fires around Belmopan.
Wildfires in the Cayo District threaten communities as government and NGOs implement emergency interventions amid severe drought conditions.
The Ministry of Forestry, Fisheries, the Environment, and Sustainable Development provided an update on wildfires affecting Belize and neighboring Central American countries.
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