COA large wildfire has raised alarms in Ábrego, Norte de Santander, as flames advanced toward urban areas during the night of Sunday. Emergency services and local residents are working to contain the fire, while authorities seek additional support due to challenges in controlling the blaze from the ground. The fire began on September 5 in the rural area of Ábrego, starting in the upper part of Monte Redondo and initially addressed by local civil defense and volunteer firefighters. Strong winds and difficult terrain have hindered containment efforts, allowing the fire to spread further. Although official figures are not yet confirmed, some media estimate around 3,000 hectares affected. Authorities have requested aerial support from the national government, including reinforcements from Ocaña’s firefighters and water supplies. The incident has impacted crops, livestock, water springs, and a restaurant near the affected area, with smoke and ash affecting multiple sectors. A unified command post has been established to coordinate emergency responses.
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