Author(s): Madjid Serrah

After years of wildfires, Algeria tames the flames

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In Algeria's Tizi Ouzo, new planes, a drone and public awareness have paid dividends this fire season, with no deaths reported.

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In January, a new law was passed that imposes life imprisonment on those caught deliberately starting forest fires.

The new law combines different articles into one dedicated law that carries harsher penalties.

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Local officials built a landing pad for heavy-lift helicopters that transport water tanks and watchtowers for the forestry service. Their staff also cut paths through thick forests to make it easier for firefighters.

A drone and a high-resolution camera using artificial intelligence were deployed to monitor hot spots, according to Yazid Belkalem, head of the agriculture committee in the People's Provincial Assembly, an elected body that monitors the performance of the local authorities.

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