In 2024, the fires in Córdoba have left a balance of approximately 100,000 hectares burned, of which almost 5,000 correspond to native forests. This situation jeopardizes one of the province’s greatest environmental heritages.
Alarming Trend of Fires in Córdoba
This figure reflects a growing trend in recent years, where forest fires have surpassed deforestation in terms of affected area.
The recurrence of these fires not only threatens biodiversity and local ecosystems, but also poses a significant challenge for environmental conservation in Córdoba.
Need for Urgent Actions
The situation highlights the urgent need to implement measures for fire prevention and control, as well as strategies for the recovery of affected areas to protect natural resources and ensure a healthy environment for future generations.
Native forests suffered from the fires in Córdoba
The Importance of Native Forests
Native forests are essential for life on Earth. They host 80% of the world’s terrestrial biodiversity, protect watersheds, stabilize soils, mitigate climate change, and have deep social and cultural value.
The fires, which in 95% of cases are caused by human activity, are a threat to these ecosystems. This risk to our health and the environment is exacerbated by global warming.
According to the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, South America is one of the regions that could be increasingly affected by forest fires, due to the effects of climate change.
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