Forest fires burn in nearly half of Mexicos drought-stricken states, fueled by strong winds. [Video]

Canadian Politics and Government

Post author By Curator
Post date March 26, 2024

A resident looks at his home destroyed by wildfires in Maltrata, Mexico, Monday, March 25, 2024. Emergency crews are working to contain wildfires burning across parts of the high mountains in west-central Veracruz state. (AP Photo/Felix Marquez)

NOGALES, Mexico (AP) — Forest fires were burning in nearly half of Mexico’s drought-stricken states Monday fueled by strong winds.

The National Forestry Commission reported 58 active fires in 15 states, including in protected nature reserves in Morelos, Veracruz and Mexico states.

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