Smoke and Ash from Wildfires Cover Colmenar Viejo and Tres Cantos

Smoke and ash from active wildfires in the Community of Madrid reached Colmenar Viejo and Tres Cantos this Friday, where residents perceive a strong smell of burning and the sky shows yellowish tones.

The intense smell of burning and the fall of ash have alerted residents of Colmenar Viejo and Tres Cantos this Friday, where the smoke from the wildfires affecting the Community of Madrid has become visible from tens of kilometres away from the active hotspots. The sky has taken on a yellowish hue and the sun has been tinted red due to suspended particles.

Although the flames are mainly located in the southwest of the region, atmospheric conditions have favoured the movement of the smoke column northwards, affecting municipalities that are not directly threatened by the fire. In Colmenar Viejo and Tres Cantos, residents have reported the presence of ash particles in the environment and a persistent sensation of smoke in the air.

Authorities have reminded that, although the situation does not pose an immediate risk to these localities, it is important to exercise caution and report any incidents via the emergency phone number 112. Emergency services are maintaining vigilance due to the forecast of high temperatures and wind, factors that could complicate the evolution of the wildfires in the coming hours.

This Friday is marked by three active wildfires in the Community of Madrid. One is ongoing in Villa del Prado, affecting Aldea del Fresno. Another is impacting San Martín de Valdeiglesias and threatens the municipality of Pelayos de la Presa. This is in addition to the fire that started on Wednesday in Almorox (Toledo), which is in the stabilization phase.

The smoke and ash reaching the northern part of the region highlight the extent of these wildfires, with particles being carried by the wind over long distances. In Colmenar Viejo and Tres Cantos, the population has expressed concern about air quality, although authorities have not issued specific recommendations for these localities beyond regular vigilance.

Emergency services are working on extinguishing the active hotspots and remind the importance of staying alert. The evolution of the wildfires will depend on weather conditions, so citizens are advised to pay attention to official information channels.

For residents of Colmenar Viejo and Tres Cantos, the presence of smoke and ash serves as a reminder of the proximity of the wildfires, even though there is no imminent danger. Authorities insist that any risk situation should be reported immediately to 112 to facilitate a quick and effective response.