Civil protection units, supported by detachments of the People's National Army, forest directorate staff, and various state agencies, have achieved a 97 percent control rate over wildfires that affected several provinces across the country. The containment effort addresses fires that have been active since the start of the recent fire wave. These combined forces have worked tirelessly to bring the majority of the blazes under control, significantly reducing the immediate threat posed by the widespread incidents. This high level of control shows the effectiveness of the coordinated response across the affected regions, demonstrating a strong collaborative effort among all involved parties. The full strategy employed has been key in mitigating the devastating impact of the fires.
Current Fire Status
Civil protection services have extinguished 1,838 out of 1,850 fires since the fire wave began on July 8th until 1 PM today, Saturday. This impressive number reflects the extensive scale of the firefighting operations undertaken across the nation. First Lieutenant Karim Ben Fassi, Media and Communication Officer at the General Directorate of Civil Protection, stated that this represents "a control rate exceeding 97 percent," a testament to the dedication and swift action of the emergency services. This significant achievement notes the intense efforts made over the past weeks to combat the numerous outbreaks.
Between 7 AM and 1 PM today, 31 new fires were recorded. Of these, 19 have been extinguished, according to First Lieutenant Ben Fassi. This rapid response to new outbreaks is vital in preventing their escalation and further spread. He added, "intervention operations continue for 12 fires in the provinces of Souk Ahras, El Tarf, Bejaia, Jijel, Saida, Skikda, and Constantine." The ongoing operations demonstrate the continuous vigilance and commitment of the teams on the ground, ensuring that even newly emerging threats are addressed promptly and effectively.
Decreasing Fire Activity
Fire activity has shown a notable reduction in recent days. First Lieutenant Karim Ben Fassi, Media and Communication Officer at the General Directorate of Civil Protection, reported that the number of fires has decreased compared to earlier periods. According to Ben Fassi, previous days had recorded between 70 and 80 fires daily. He added, "The number of fires shows a noticeable decrease compared to previous days, which recorded between 70 and 80 fires daily." This decline indicates a significant shift in the scale of new incidents, contributing to the overall high containment rate achieved by civil protection and military units. The current situation reflects a decrease in the daily emergence of new blazes, easing pressure on response teams and allowing for more concentrated efforts on the remaining active sites. This downward trend is a positive development, suggesting that the peak of the fire wave may have passed.
Response and Solidarity
The control rate for wildfires has exceeded 97 percent, a figure achieved through the collaborative efforts of civil protection services and the People's National Army. These combined forces have been instrumental in managing the widespread blazes. This high rate of containment reflects the effective response to incidents across affected provinces, showcasing a strong and well-coordinated national effort. The solidarity shown by various state agencies, including forest directorate staff, has further strengthened the overall response, providing key support in both firefighting and logistical operations. The unified approach has been critical in achieving this significant level of control over the fires.
Ongoing Operations
Intervention operations are currently ongoing for 12 active fires, distributed across seven provinces. These blazes are located in Souk Ahras, El Tarf, Bejaia, Jijel, Saida, Skikda, and Constantine. Civil protection units and the People's National Army continue to work towards full containment, focusing on these remaining incidents after a significant portion of the wildfires have been brought under control. The sustained efforts aim to extinguish all remaining active fires and prevent any further spread within the affected regions. Response teams remain deployed in these areas, implementing strategies to manage and suppress the blazes until complete control is achieved. The commitment to fully extinguishing every fire shows the dedication to protecting lives, property, and natural environments.