Two active forest fires, in Santa María in Cuernavaca and in Tetela del Volcán: Sds

Tuesday 06th May 2025 04:41 AM

The Ministry of Sustainable Development (SDS) reported that, until 20:00 on Monday, two active forest fires are recorded in the entity.

The first is located in the area of Encinal, community of Santa María, in Cuernavaca, with a 70 percent control and 60 percent liquidation, and an estimated affectation of 50 hectares.

The second fire is reported in the area of La Cañada, municipality of Tetela del Volcán, with an 80 percent control, 60 percent liquidation and an affected area of five hectares.

Brigadistas of the Ministry of Sustainable Development, National Forestry Commission (CONAFOR), National Commission of Natural Protected Areas (CONANP), State Coordination of Civil Protection, Secretariat of National Defense (Defense), National Guard, Municipal Authorities, Agrarian and Voluntary and Voluntary Authorities.

So far there is no risk for nearby homes, although permanent surveillance in both areas is maintained to prevent any emergency situation.

The population is urged not to make agricultural burning, avoid the use of fire in forest areas and immediately report any incident to 800-737-0000 or 911; It also reaffirms to society in general that citizen collaboration is key to protecting forests and biodiversity of Morelos.