The Governor of Chubut, Ignacio “Nacho” Torres, confirmed that the fire in Puerto Patriada is 100% contained thanks to the rain of the last hours and the extensive work of brigadists for more than a week. “Starting tomorrow, a new phase begins, focused on reconstruction and support for the most affected areas,” he stated. In recent hours, the rain helped, but the real recognition is for those who were day and night on the front line of combat. During the days of fighting, more than 650 brigadists, volunteer firefighters, security forces, and support personnel worked, eight aerial assets deployed in the most critical points, heavy machinery, and mobile units, Provincial Viality, and health teams. Torres and brigadists. “Starting tomorrow, a new phase begins, focused on reconstruction and support for the most affected areas,” he exposed. The work of the brigadists. Torres also highlighted “the professionalism of the Emergency Committee, jointly formed with the National Fire Management Service” and thanked the provinces of Neuquén, Río Negro, Córdoba, and Santiago del Estero for their help. In his writing, he also emphasized the work of the neighbors, many of whom were affected: “Recognize the solidarity and commitment of all the people of Chubut who were back-to-back from the first moment, and especially thank the mayors and all those who worked tirelessly during one of the most serious fires in recent years.” Finally, he announced that, as of tomorrow, “a new phase begins, focused on reconstruction and support for the most affected areas.” It is expected that during the course of this Thursday, personnel will continue to carry out observation and tour tasks in the area. So far, no reactivation of any of the foci has been recorded, and the alert for the extreme drought in the area continues.
