Second Forest Fire Reported at UPR Botanical Garden in Three Weeks

A second forest fire has been reported at the Río Piedras Botanical Garden of the University of Puerto Rico within a three-week period. Firefighters responded this afternoon to extinguish the blaze, with personnel from San Juan's Municipal Emergency Management Office (OMME) on scene operating water tanker trucks. The recurring fires in this area raise concerns about environmental safety and vegetation management. Forest fires can pose serious health risks to nearby residents, particularly those with respiratory conditions such as asthma or COPD, as smoke inhalation can trigger or worsen symptoms.