The Polideportivo La Cantera in Leganés welcomes 117 evacuees from Navas del Rey and Pelayos de la Presa due to a large forest fire. The city joins the emergency effort to support those affected.
Leganés has set up the Polideportivo La Cantera as a temporary shelter for 117 people evacuated from the nearby municipalities of Navas del Rey and Pelayos de la Presa, who have been forced to leave their homes due to a forest fire that is severely affecting the Community of Madrid. This incident, considered one of the most severe in the region, has led the City Council to activate an emergency response to ensure the safety and well-being of those displaced.
The Civil Protection teams, along with the Local Police and National Police, are working together to provide comprehensive assistance to the affected individuals. The City Council has expressed a firm commitment: “We will do everything in our power to make them feel at home,” local authorities assured.
The current situation is critical, with thousands of residents facing evacuations and lockdowns. Efforts to control the fire continue, while Leganés joins other Madrid municipalities that have also offered resources and facilities to help those who have lost their homes. This act of solidarity reflects a community response to an unprecedented environmental crisis.
The fire has ravaged large forest areas and has put several nearby municipalities on high alert. In this context, local authorities are prioritising not only the extinguishing of the fire but also the shelter and necessary medical care for all those affected. It is estimated that operations could extend for several more days until the flames are completely controlled.
As this situation progresses, it is essential to keep the population informed on how to proceed in similar emergencies. Citizens should pay attention to the recommendations issued by Civil Protection and follow the guidelines regarding possible evacuations or preventive measures.
For those interested in contributing to this cause, donation campaigns and collection of food and basic supplies for the evacuees are being organised. Donations can be delivered directly to the Polideportivo La Cantera during specific hours established by the City Council.
The community is called not only to support logistically but also emotionally, creating a welcoming environment for those going through difficult times. With each act of solidarity, Leganés demonstrates its collective strength in the face of natural disaster.
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