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Fire endangers Colombian protected reserve
A massive fire broke out near the tourist town of Villa de Leiva in Colombia, consuming approximately 290 hectares of forest. Authorities declared a disaster situation and carried out evacuations of residents and guests at two hotels as a precautionary measure. So far, there have been no fatalities or serious injuries, though 37 people have received medical treatment. Officials warned of the risk of the flames spreading to the Iguaque Natural Reserve, one of the country's most important biodiversity hotspots, cautioning that irreversible damage to the reserve could occur.
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