Public Force battles 32 active wildfires while extinguishing 81 others

The Public Force maintains active operations against 32 forest fires across the country, while successfully extinguishing 81 fire sources using more than 182,000 gallons of water and conducting 371 aerial drops.

By El Medio Oriente

August 16, 2026

A firefighter wearing a helmet and protective equipment observes fire sources and smoke in a densely forested tropical forest from a flying aircraft. — A Public Force member conducts aerial surveillance of forest fire sources during operations to combat active fires across the country. The aircraft allows monitoring and coordination of fire suppression tasks from the air. (El Tiempo — Justicia)

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According to authorities, the Public Force continues battling 32 forest fires that remain active across the national territory. The containment efforts have made it possible to extinguish 81 fire sources so far.

Operations include the deployment of more than 182,000 gallons of water and 371 aerial drops in affected areas such as Tolima, according to reports from military authorities.

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