Forest fire breaks out near residential areas in Táchira, Venezuela

On September 22, 2026, in Táchira, Venezuela, @albeirochacon_ve85 shared a video showing a forest fire in the El Polvorín sector of Coloncito. In the video, flames spread through dry grass and low-lying vegetation along a hillside during the late evening, creating a bright orange glow against the night sky as thick smoke rises from the burning area. A fire truck is seen responding while onlookers gather nearby. According to reports, the vegetation fire posed a potential threat to nearby homes and neighboring plots of land. Personnel from Protección Civil Panamericano responded with firefighting, cooling, and containment efforts before the fire was fully extinguished. Responders later inspected the area for remaining hotspots and to prevent possible re-ignition.