Lebanon readies new efforts against wildfires on 7300 hectares

An official report indicated that Lebanon experienced a significant increase in wildfires this year, with approximately 7,300 hectares of land damaged by the blazes. This figure greatly exceeds the total area burned during the same period last year, which was less than 160 hectares. Since the beginning of the year, Lebanon has recorded around 226 fires, most of which were concentrated in the south, causing widespread destruction of forests, agricultural lands, and biodiversity. The competent authorities emphasize that essential preventative measures include avoiding intentional fires in forested areas, not discarding cigarette butts or flammable materials, and cleaning the areas around homes and farms from dry vegetation. Additionally, monitoring and prediction systems have been enhanced, and the "Fire WATCH" platform has been launched, utilizing satellite imagery to monitor fires almost instantaneously. These efforts aim to reduce environmental, economic, and human losses. Experts underline the importance of early detection and rapid reporting of fires to contain them and minimize their impact, while also strengthening cooperation between local and international entities to prevent fires and remain prepared for the upcoming fire season.

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