This measure, previously announced by the regional president, seeks to adapt the regulations to state and European guidelines, with a primary focus on strengthening forest fire prevention and environmental management.
Key actions detailed include boosting the forestry sector through the 'Madrid Forestal' plan, updating fire prevention and extinction protocols, administrative simplification, and tightening the sanctioning regime.
“"To continue strengthening forest fire prevention and environmental management while ensuring a rapid and effective response to all types of emergencies."
The initiative also aims to preserve the biodiversity of Madrid's forests and their role in soil protection, especially given the abandonment of traditional practices that impact the landscape. It is estimated that the forestry sector contributes over 465 million euros annually to the regional economy, with 85% linked to water supply.
The total investment planned is around 160 million euros, which will be allocated to creating fuel break areas, supervising preventive grazing (already involving over 21,000 head of cattle), and reinforcing firebreaks with heavy machinery. Further actions will include pruning, thinning, path clearing, and an early warning system to detect vegetation health issues promptly.
