Overview
- Prosecutors confirmed the Puerto Patriada ignition was deliberate after detecting an accelerant, and officials say at least two fires were set intentionally.
- The fires have scorched roughly 1,800–2,000 hectares, prompted the preventive evacuation of more than 3,000 tourists and some residents, and damaged about ten homes in El Hoyo.
- The province announced a 50‑million‑peso reward for credible tips, with information to be filed at local police stations for coordination with the Fiscalía and federal forces.
- More than 180 firefighters, over 100 logistics staff, five water‑bombers and a helicopter are deployed, with a larger tanker arriving and support from Neuquén, Córdoba, Río Negro and Santiago del Estero.
- Officials report Cholila controlled and intentional, El Turbio about 90% contained, Los Alerces still active and Lago Engaño controlled, while threats to brigades and grenades found in Epuyén have triggered added security measures.