Tipaza, Algeria – The Minister of Interior, Local Authorities, and Transportation, Said Saioud, visited the province of Tipaza yesterday evening to assess the ongoing efforts to control wildfires that have broken out in several of the region’s forests.
According to a statement released by the ministry, the visit was part of a field monitoring operation focused on the firefighting efforts underway in Tipaza. Minister Saioud arrived at the Civil Protection Unit in Hadjeret Ennous, where he received a briefing on the strategies and resources being deployed to contain the blazes.
The Minister was reportedly briefed on the progress made by the Algerian Civil Protection teams, who have been working tirelessly since the first reports of the fires. These teams have been utilizing both ground units and aerial support to combat the spread of the flames.
Upon his arrival, Minister Saioud was greeted by the Director-General of Civil Protection, Colonel Boualem Boughlaf, and the Governor of Tipaza, Amine Benchaoulia, along with other local civilian and military authorities.
The visit underscores the government’s commitment to addressing the wildfires and supporting the affected communities in Tipaza. Further updates will be provided as the situation evolves. DZWatch will continue to monitor the situation closely and provide timely updates.
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