Forest fires in central Argentina spreading, area affected exceeds 5500 hectares.

Recently, a large-scale forest fire in the southern region of Patagonia in Argentina continues to spread, and the fire has not been effectively controlled. According to information obtained by the state television, as of January 10th, the fire has destroyed more than 5500 hectares of forest land, seriously affecting the lives and transportation of residents in many areas. The main starting point of the fire is in the tourist area of the town of El Oyo in Chubut Province, Argentina, and the fire quickly spread after it broke out on the 5th. Under adverse weather conditions such as strong winds, high temperatures, and low humidity, the fire continues to intensify and spread to surrounding mountainous and forest areas, forming multiple fire points.