The Michoacán Forestry Commission reported that the fire in the area of the monarch butterfly sanctuary is 80 percent contained and 50 percent extinguished.
The fire is in the municipality of Senguio, where it has affected at least 65 hectares of shrubs and new trees.
According to the Michoacán Forestry Commission, the fire did not reach the fir forest, where the monarch butterfly thrives.
239 municipal and state firefighters and army personnel are participating in the fight against the blaze.
The Michoacán Public Security Secretariat (SSP) deployed a helicopter to deliver water to control lines.
Thanks to the aircraft, it was reported that the fire is 80 percent contained and 50 percent extinguished.
Source: lopezdoriga
