Peru
At least 15 dead and thousands hectares scorched as wildfires sweep Peru
Peruvian authorities say that wildfires in Peru have left at least 15 dead and more than 3,000 hectares of cultivated land and natural areas scorched.
LIMA, Peru (AP) — Wildfires in Peru have left at least 15 dead and more than 3,000 hectares (11.58 square miles) of cultivated land and natural areas scorched, authorities said Monday.
Prime Minister Gustavo Adrianzén told reporters that the fires we... [1190 chars]