Guardia Civil Forest Fire Warning.  The Guardia Civil have announced that they will pursue and prosecute anyone involved in starting wild fires this summer.

Guardia Civil Forest Fire Warning

The Guardia Civil have announced that they are taking an active role in forest fire prevention this summer, and will hunt down anyone who is involved in starting fires, either deliberately or through negligence.  The Guardia Civil have pledged to investigate every single wild fire this year.

The aftermath of a wild fire near Benalmadena recently.

Arrests

So far this year 178 people have been arrested.  One suspect is being held for starting 16 wild fires across Spain, some close to homes and populated areas.  He is currently awaiting trial.

Written by Dave James

Published: 04.07.2019

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