Quito dry-season fires: 1,200 hectares burned, one detained for Simón Bolívar blaze

During the 2026 dry season, Quito has seen widespread fires, with 1,200 hectares affected and one person detained for starting a fire at Simón Bolívar. The municipality has sanctioned 235 people for open-air burning since June 1, indicating an enforcement crackdown. The situation underscores heightened fire risk in the region, likely exacerbated by dry conditions.