NEMO Mobilizes Response to Wildfires Near San Pedro Columbia

The National Emergency Management Organization (NEMO) says it is actively responding to wildfires affecting San Pedro Columbia and nearby communities in the Toledo District. The Toledo District Emergency Operations Centre was activated last Thursday.

According to NEMO, an emergency meeting included representatives from the Fire Department, Forest Department, Ministry of Infrastructure Development and Housing, Ministry of Transport, Belize Defence Force, Ya’axché Conservation Trust, and Toledo Institute for Development and Environment (TIDE).

Initial assessments were conducted, and an action plan was created to provide immediate humanitarian support to affected families. NEMO says it maintained communication with the leaders of San Pedro Columbia, Crique Jute, Mafredi, and San Antonio. 

An aerial reconnaissance confirmed the extent of the fire, assessed initial damage, and assisted in containment planning.

According to NEMO, there is no immediate fire threat to Crique Jute, Mafredi, or San Antonio.