Thousands of fires burn since March
From the beginning of March until mid-June 2026, civil defense authorities responded to approximately 3,844 total fires involving grasses and trees, resulting in the burning of about 10,400 dunams, 2,744 forest trees, and 16,177 fruit trees. Daily rates reached around 36 fires and 98 dunams burned, with the continuous depletion of vegetation cover, highlighting the need for extensive preventive strategies beyond awareness campaigns, such as early warning systems, increased monitoring, and preparedness. These fires threaten ecological balance and can impact the country's economic and agricultural livelihoods.
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