The Bolivian government confirmed on Thursday that the wildfires in the Tarija department have been fully controlled. As a result, the withdrawal of units that had been deployed for firefighting operations is underway, effective from July 22. The announcement marks a significant step in addressing the environmental crisis, though authorities have stated that surveillance will continue to prevent any resurgence. The minister led the briefing, emphasizing the coordinated effort between national and local agencies.
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