The 2,000 firefighters laid off at the end of the campaign: "We are becoming fewer, and there is more professional abandonment every time"

Following a summer marked by severe wildfires in Spain, approximately 2,000 forest firefighters face unemployment as their contracts end. The Central Sindical Independiente y de Funcionarios (CSIF) highlights the precarious conditions, including insufficient staffing and inadequate resources, which hinder effective wildfire prevention. Regions like Andalucía and Castilla y León are particularly affected, with significant reductions in personnel and operational capabilities. Many firefighters are forced into temporary jobs during the off-season, leading to a decline in professional morale and retention. Despite having legal recognition, not all regions implement the necessary labor rights for these workers, exacerbating the situation.