 | This article is about a current wildfire where information can change quickly or be unreliable. The latest page updates may not reflect the most up-to-date information. This wildfire is still actively burning, so residents should refer to local authorities for up-to-date information. |
| 2024 Peru wildfires | |
|---|---|
| Date(s) | July 2024 – ongoing |
| Location | Peru |
| Statistics | |
| Total area | 3,000 hectares (7,400 acres) |
| Impacts | |
| Deaths | 16 |
| Non-fatal injuries | 134 |
| Ignition | |
| Cause | 2023–2024 South American drought, strong winds, human activity |
The 2024 Peru wildfires are a series of wildfires that began in July 2024 that have caused at least 16 deaths and the burning of about 3,000 hectares [ha] (7,400 acres) of forest, protected areas, and agricultural land in 22 of 24 Peruvian regions. The source of the fires was stated by Prime Minister of Peru Gustavo Adrianzén to primarily be human activity.