Algeria Faces Fires and Losses
The new wave of wildfires in Algeria, which has resulted in 12 deaths and 54 injuries, demonstrates the country's weakened preparedness and capacity to respond, despite financial resources and previous announcements to enhance the firefighting fleet. Over the past week, the country has experienced a significant increase in the number of fires, with 159 incidents recorded since the start of the current fire wave. Efforts to extinguish the flames continue in several areas, and there is no final account of the affected areas yet. Although some specialized aircraft such as the Beriev Be-200 and AT-802 have been purchased, the limited capabilities or insufficient allocation of resources for intense firefighting remain issues. This raises questions about the effectiveness of the overall system and the utilization of resources to efficiently address the risks, especially given the expanding forests and the recurring annual fires over recent years.
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