Peru Forest Fire in Cachicadán Burns 9+ Hectares, Closes Tourist Circuit

A forest fire in Cachicadán, La Libertad, affected over 9 hectares and temporarily closed the Cerro La Botica tourist circuit before being extinguished on September 1st. The event occurs during Peru's critical fire season (July–November), highlighting ongoing environmental risks. The fire's cause remains unclear, and the closure is temporary.