{"id":22665,"date":"2025-11-26T09:17:12","date_gmt":"2025-11-26T07:17:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tma.es\/?p=22665"},"modified":"2025-11-26T11:55:45","modified_gmt":"2025-11-26T09:55:45","slug":"espais-verds-valles-forest-fire-prevention-vacarisses","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tma.es\/en\/espais-verds-valles-forest-fire-prevention-vacarisses\/","title":{"rendered":"Forest fire prevention in Vacarisses: safety, sustainability, and forest management in Bonavista and Torreblanca I"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Forest fire prevention is a priority in municipalities surrounded by forest, such as Vacarisses (Barcelona), where the coexistence of nature and inhabited areas requires careful management. In this context, <a title=\"Espais Verds del Vall\u00e8s\" href=\"http:\/\/tma.es\/en\/espais-verds-gardening\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Espais Verds del Vall\u00e8s<\/a>, a company specializing in forestry work and sustainable land management, has been awarded the contract for carrying out <strong>forest fire prevention works in Vacarisses.<\/strong> The project, of high technical and environmental value, aims <strong>to reduce the risk of fires, protect the population, and preserve the health of the forest through sustainable, planned, and low-impact actions.<\/strong> The actions, developed by teams specializing in forest and environmental management, stand out for their high technical value and sustainable approach, <strong>prioritizing planning, respect for the environment, and the efficient use of natural resources.<\/strong> Throughout this article, we explain how the interventions will be carried out, their objectives, the benefits they provide to the community and the environment, and why they are essential to guarantee urban safety and forest resilience in Vacarisses.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_69_1 ez-toc-wrap-left counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Contenido del art\u00edculo<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #696969;color:#696969\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" 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href=\"https:\/\/tma.es\/en\/espais-verds-valles-forest-fire-prevention-vacarisses\/#HOW_TO_PREVENT_FOREST_FIRES_IN_VACARISSES\" title=\"HOW TO PREVENT FOREST FIRES IN VACARISSES\">HOW TO PREVENT FOREST FIRES IN VACARISSES<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/tma.es\/en\/espais-verds-valles-forest-fire-prevention-vacarisses\/#FOREST_FIRE_PREVENTION_MEASURES_IN_VACARISSES\" title=\"FOREST FIRE PREVENTION MEASURES IN VACARISSES\">FOREST FIRE PREVENTION MEASURES IN VACARISSES<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-5' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/tma.es\/en\/espais-verds-valles-forest-fire-prevention-vacarisses\/#Interventions_in_Bonavista_protection_and_improvement_of_the_outer_firebreak\" title=\"Interventions in Bonavista: protection and improvement of the outer firebreak\">Interventions in Bonavista: protection and improvement of the outer firebreak<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/tma.es\/en\/espais-verds-valles-forest-fire-prevention-vacarisses\/#Interventions_in_Torreblanca_I_sustainable_management_and_risk_control\" title=\"Interventions in Torreblanca I: sustainable management and risk control\">Interventions in Torreblanca I: sustainable management and risk control<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/tma.es\/en\/espais-verds-valles-forest-fire-prevention-vacarisses\/#Technical_and_ecological_criteria_for_forest_fire_prevention\" title=\"Technical and ecological criteria for forest fire prevention\">Technical and ecological criteria for forest fire prevention<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/tma.es\/en\/espais-verds-valles-forest-fire-prevention-vacarisses\/#PLANT_RESIDUES_MANAGEMENT_AND_CIRCULAR_ECONOMY_FOR_FIRE_PREVENTION\" title=\"PLANT RESIDUES MANAGEMENT AND CIRCULAR ECONOMY FOR FIRE PREVENTION\">PLANT RESIDUES MANAGEMENT AND CIRCULAR ECONOMY FOR FIRE PREVENTION<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/tma.es\/en\/espais-verds-valles-forest-fire-prevention-vacarisses\/#ESPAIS_VERDS_DEL_VALLES_COMMITMENT_TO_SAFETY_SUSTAINABILITY_AND_SUSTAINABLE_FOREST_MANAGEMENT_IN_FIRE_PREVENTION\" title=\"ESPAIS VERDS DEL VALL\u00c8S: COMMITMENT TO SAFETY, SUSTAINABILITY, AND SUSTAINABLE FOREST MANAGEMENT IN FIRE PREVENTION\">ESPAIS VERDS DEL VALL\u00c8S: COMMITMENT TO SAFETY, SUSTAINABILITY, AND SUSTAINABLE FOREST MANAGEMENT IN FIRE PREVENTION<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FIRE_PREVENTION_IN_URBANIZED_AREAS_NEAR_THE_FOREST\"><\/span><strong>FIRE PREVENTION IN URBANIZED AREAS NEAR THE FOREST<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Espais Verds del Vall\u00e8s has been awarded the contract for the execution of forest fire prevention works in the outer protection zones of Bonavista and Torreblanca I, in the municipality of Vacarisses (Barcelona).<\/p>\n<blockquote><p><em>These outer protection zones are strategic areas that act as a safety barrier between the urban environment and the forest, reducing the continuity of vegetation and creating a controlled transition zone.\u00a0Their main function is to reduce the intensity and spread of fire, as well as facilitate access for emergency teams in case of fire. Ultimately, they are areas designed to protect both people and the natural environment.<\/em><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>Creating a <strong>forest firebreak<\/strong> involves a balanced combination of technical and environmental actions:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>Reducing tree and understory density by removing excess vegetation that could fuel a fire.<\/li>\n<li>Opening and improving access roads and service routes to allow passage for machinery and firefighting vehicles.<\/li>\n<li>Sustainably managing plant debris through on-site shredding and returning it to the soil as organic matter.<\/li>\n<li>Conserving biodiversity by maintaining trees of interest and ensuring soil protection against erosion.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div id=\"attachment_22642\" style=\"width: 510px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-22642\" class=\"wp-image-22642 lazyload\" data-src=\"http:\/\/tma.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/espais-verds-valles-prevencion-incendios-reducir-riesgo-incendios-gestion-forestal-ssotenible-6.png\" alt=\"Espais Verds del Vall\u00e8s Prevenci\u00f3n de incendios forestales Gesti\u00f3n forestal sostenible Franjas de protecci\u00f3n forestal Reducci\u00f3n del riesgo de incendios Restos vegetales Reducir el riesgo de incendios Prevenir incendios forestalesPrevenci\u00f3 d'incendis forestals Gesti\u00f3 forestal sostenible Franges de protecci\u00f3 forestal Reducci\u00f3 del risc d'incendis Restes vegetals Reduir el risc d'incendis Prevenir incendis forestals Forest fire prevention Sustainable forest management Forest protection strips Reducing fire risk Plant debris Reducing fire risk Preventing forest fires\" width=\"500\" height=\"306\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/tma.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/espais-verds-valles-prevencion-incendios-reducir-riesgo-incendios-gestion-forestal-ssotenible-6.png 800w, https:\/\/tma.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/espais-verds-valles-prevencion-incendios-reducir-riesgo-incendios-gestion-forestal-ssotenible-6-300x183.png 300w, https:\/\/tma.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/espais-verds-valles-prevencion-incendios-reducir-riesgo-incendios-gestion-forestal-ssotenible-6-768x469.png 768w, https:\/\/tma.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/espais-verds-valles-prevencion-incendios-reducir-riesgo-incendios-gestion-forestal-ssotenible-6-700x428.png 700w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 500px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 500\/306;\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-22642\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Image of the Vacarisses Town Hall<\/p><\/div>\n<p>These actions not only protect nearby homes and infrastructure but also <strong>promote forest health by improving ventilation, reducing competition among trees, and increasing their resistance to pests, droughts, and extreme heat waves.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>A well-managed forest burns less, regenerates better, and contributes to the resilience of the territory to climate change.<\/p>\n<p>The challenge is clear: <strong>reducing the risk of fires without damaging the ecosystem, maintaining forest health, and ensuring the safety of people.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Therefore, this project is not simply a \u201cforest clearing\u201d operation, but a planned intervention based on technical, environmental, and social criteria. It represents a direct investment in safety, sustainability, and the future of Vacarisses and its natural surroundings.<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\">In Bonavista, the work focuses on the outer buffer zone, a key area between the town center and the forest. Tasks include reducing forest density, selective pruning, opening access points, and shredding plant debris. All of this aims to <strong>create a secure barrier that limits the spread of fire and, at the same time, improves the health of the forest and the stability of the terrain.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\">In Torreblanca I, the project encompasses two outer buffer zones, as well as interior municipal plots and green spaces. Here, the priority is reducing dense vegetation, improving access, and implementing a circular management system for plant debris, which is shredded and returned to the soil as a natural resource. In this way, <strong>the urban environment is protected, the resilience of the forest is strengthened, and more sustainable and continuous forest management is promoted.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>With this project, Bonavista and Torreblanca I will be <strong>safer, greener territories and better prepared to face the risk of fires.<\/strong><\/p>\n<h5><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Objectives_of_the_forest_fire_prevention_project_in_Vacarisses\"><\/span><strong>Objectives of the forest fire prevention project in Vacarisses<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<p>The contract awarded to Espais Verds del Vall\u00e8s aims to implement a series of preventative measures to improve fire safety and the management of the natural environment.<\/p>\n<p>The main objectives are:<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_22654\" style=\"width: 510px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-22654\" class=\"wp-image-22654 lazyload\" data-src=\"http:\/\/tma.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/espais-verds-valles-prevencion-incendios-reducir-riesgo-incendios-gestion-forestal-ssotenible-2.png\" alt=\"Imagen ilustrativa de paisaje forestal en \u00e1reas de prevenci\u00f3n de incendios.\" width=\"500\" height=\"306\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/tma.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/espais-verds-valles-prevencion-incendios-reducir-riesgo-incendios-gestion-forestal-ssotenible-2.png 800w, https:\/\/tma.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/espais-verds-valles-prevencion-incendios-reducir-riesgo-incendios-gestion-forestal-ssotenible-2-300x183.png 300w, https:\/\/tma.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/espais-verds-valles-prevencion-incendios-reducir-riesgo-incendios-gestion-forestal-ssotenible-2-768x469.png 768w, https:\/\/tma.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/espais-verds-valles-prevencion-incendios-reducir-riesgo-incendios-gestion-forestal-ssotenible-2-700x428.png 700w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 500px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 500\/306;\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-22654\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Stock image<\/p><\/div>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reduce tree density and control undergrowth through selective pruning and clearing, limiting the vertical and horizontal continuity of vegetation.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Open and improve new service roads (access roads, internal paths) and loading areas, which will allow access for machinery and emergency equipment in case of fire.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reorganize and restore the land after the works, applying topsoil restoration techniques and environmental remediation measures.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Guarantee the safety of people and homes, minimizing the risk of fire spreading to the town center: we are acting to prevent fires from a technical, environmental, and public safety perspective.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ensuring the intervention&#8217;s durability by planning regular maintenance to maintain prevention criteria over time.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h5><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Benefits_of_forest_fire_prevention_for_the_population_and_the_environment\"><\/span><strong>Benefits of forest fire prevention for the population and the environment<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The project awarded to <a title=\"Espais Verds del Vall\u00e8s\" href=\"http:\/\/tma.es\/en\/espais-verds-gardening\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Espais Verds del Vall\u00e8s<\/a> represents a technical improvement in forestry and a direct investment in safety, sustainability, and quality of life for the residents of Vacarisses.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_22648\" style=\"width: 510px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-22648\" class=\"wp-image-22648 lazyload\" data-src=\"http:\/\/tma.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/espais-verds-valles-prevencion-incendios-reducir-riesgo-incendios-gestion-forestal-ssotenible-5.png\" alt=\"Espais Verds del Vall\u00e8s Prevenci\u00f3n de incendios forestales Gesti\u00f3n forestal sostenible Franjas de protecci\u00f3n forestal Reducci\u00f3n del riesgo de incendios Restos vegetales Reducir el riesgo de incendios Prevenir incendios forestalesPrevenci\u00f3 d'incendis forestals Gesti\u00f3 forestal sostenible Franges de protecci\u00f3 forestal Reducci\u00f3 del risc d'incendis Restes vegetals Reduir el risc d'incendis Prevenir incendis forestals Forest fire prevention Sustainable forest management Forest protection strips Reducing fire risk Plant debris Reducing fire risk Preventing forest fires\" width=\"500\" height=\"306\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/tma.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/espais-verds-valles-prevencion-incendios-reducir-riesgo-incendios-gestion-forestal-ssotenible-5.png 800w, https:\/\/tma.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/espais-verds-valles-prevencion-incendios-reducir-riesgo-incendios-gestion-forestal-ssotenible-5-300x183.png 300w, https:\/\/tma.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/espais-verds-valles-prevencion-incendios-reducir-riesgo-incendios-gestion-forestal-ssotenible-5-768x469.png 768w, https:\/\/tma.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/espais-verds-valles-prevencion-incendios-reducir-riesgo-incendios-gestion-forestal-ssotenible-5-700x428.png 700w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 500px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 500\/306;\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-22648\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Image of the Vacarisses Town Hall<\/p><\/div>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"><strong>Greater protection against fire risk<\/strong><br \/>\nBy reducing the amount of vegetation fuel and creating firebreaks, the possibility of fire spread is significantly reduced, protecting both the forest and adjacent homes.<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"><strong>Safety for people and the urban environment<\/strong><br \/>\nThe perimeter strip acts as a protective barrier between the forest and the town, reinforcing the balanced coexistence of nature and urban development.<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"><strong>Landscape improvement and land management<\/strong><br \/>\nThe intervention is carried out with careful selection and environmental considerations, avoiding mass deforestation. The result is a cleaner, more structured, and safer landscape, without losing its natural character.<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"><strong>Environmental awareness and education<\/strong><br \/>\nThese projects are a practical example of responsible forest management and the importance of planned prevention. They help raise public awareness about the need to care for and maintain the natural environment.<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"><strong>Generation of specialized local employment<\/strong><br \/>\nThese actions require skilled labor in forestry and forestry machinery, promoting technical employment in the region and strengthening the professional sector.<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"><strong>A sustainable and lasting legacy<\/strong><br \/>\nOngoing maintenance ensures that the buffer zone is not a one-off action, but rather a project with continuity and a lasting impact on the safety and health of the municipality&#8217;s forests.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"HOW_TO_PREVENT_FOREST_FIRES_IN_VACARISSES\"><\/span><strong>HOW TO PREVENT FOREST FIRES IN VACARISSES<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><a title=\"Espais Verds del Vall\u00e8s\" href=\"http:\/\/tma.es\/en\/espais-verds-gardening\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Espais Verds del Vall\u00e8s<\/a> will implement best environmental practices, proven methods, and environmentally friendly procedures.<\/p>\n<p>The implementation will combine operational efficiency with environmental rigor. Some of the key aspects of the project will be:<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_22645\" style=\"width: 510px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-22645\" class=\"wp-image-22645 lazyload\" data-src=\"http:\/\/tma.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/espais-verds-valles-prevencion-incendios-reducir-riesgo-incendios-gestion-forestal-ssotenible-1.png\" alt=\"Espais Verds del Vall\u00e8s Prevenci\u00f3n de incendios forestales Gesti\u00f3n forestal sostenible Franjas de protecci\u00f3n forestal Reducci\u00f3n del riesgo de incendios Restos vegetales Reducir el riesgo de incendios Prevenir incendios forestales Prevenci\u00f3 d'incendis forestals Gesti\u00f3 forestal sostenible Franges de protecci\u00f3 forestal Reducci\u00f3 del risc d'incendis Restes vegetals Reduir el risc d'incendis Prevenir incendis forestals Forest fire prevention Sustainable forest management Forest protection strips Reducing fire risk Plant debris Reducing fire risk Preventing forest fires\" width=\"500\" height=\"306\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/tma.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/espais-verds-valles-prevencion-incendios-reducir-riesgo-incendios-gestion-forestal-ssotenible-1.png 800w, https:\/\/tma.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/espais-verds-valles-prevencion-incendios-reducir-riesgo-incendios-gestion-forestal-ssotenible-1-300x183.png 300w, https:\/\/tma.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/espais-verds-valles-prevencion-incendios-reducir-riesgo-incendios-gestion-forestal-ssotenible-1-768x469.png 768w, https:\/\/tma.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/espais-verds-valles-prevencion-incendios-reducir-riesgo-incendios-gestion-forestal-ssotenible-1-700x428.png 700w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 500px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 500\/306;\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-22645\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Stock image<\/p><\/div>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"><strong>Technical and administrative coordination<\/strong><br \/>\nJoint work with the project management team, forestry authorities, and municipal officials, ensuring compliance with all legal, technical, and environmental requirements.<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"><strong>Use of machinery adapted to the terrain<\/strong><br \/>\nSpecialized, low-environmental-impact equipment will be used, such as winch tractors, skidders, mulchers, and lightweight chainsaws, selected according to the slope characteristics and vegetation type.<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"><strong>Quality control and land restoration<\/strong><br \/>\nDuring the works, earthmoving and the preservation of the topsoil will be precisely controlled. After each phase, the land will be restored and leveled to ensure its stability and ecological recovery.<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"><strong>Environmental monitoring and protection<\/strong><br \/>\nThe effects on the soil, erosion, and local wildlife will be minimized. Furthermore, corrective measures will be implemented in sensitive areas, and areas disturbed during construction will be restored.<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"><strong>Occupational health and safety<\/strong><br \/>\nAll personnel will follow strict safety protocols, including the use of PPE, clear signage in work areas, safe distances, and specific procedures for working with trees or on complex slopes.<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"><strong>Future maintenance planning<\/strong><br \/>\nThe project includes a periodic maintenance plan that includes selective clearing and mulching of undergrowth, ensuring the persistence of the results and the continuity of preventative measures.<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"><strong>Communication and transparency<\/strong><br \/>\nEspais Verds del Vall\u00e8s will keep the local community informed about the work phases, potential temporary impacts (noise, traffic, access), and the compensatory measures implemented.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FOREST_FIRE_PREVENTION_MEASURES_IN_VACARISSES\"><\/span><strong>FOREST FIRE PREVENTION MEASURES IN VACARISSES<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<h5><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Interventions_in_Bonavista_protection_and_improvement_of_the_outer_firebreak\"><\/span><strong>Interventions in Bonavista: protection and improvement of the outer firebreak<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<p>In Bonavista, the focus is on the outer firebreak, with actions including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>Re-establishment: marking the boundaries of the firebreak and locating loading platforms where the logs will be stacked.<\/li>\n<li>Tree felling: maximum density of 150 trees per hectare, with minimum distances of 8 m between trees and 4-5 m from buildings. Felling is carried out according to the flammability of the species, starting with pines and continuing with holm oaks and other broadleaf species. On slopes greater than 40%, a 40-50% canopy cover is maintained.<\/li>\n<li>Low pruning: trees and shrubs taller than 3 m are pruned to 2.20 m in height, leaving less than two-thirds of their total height.<\/li>\n<li>Skidding and shredding: Logs are skidded to loaders using tractors, skidders, and tankers. Skidding on steep slopes is minimized to protect the soil. Plant debris is shredded into pieces smaller than 20 cm and distributed evenly.<\/li>\n<li>Construction of loaders and opening of access roads: The loaders are approximately 400 m\u00b2, and the access roads are designed with a minimum width of 3 m and a maximum slope of 13%, with drainage and stable embankments.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>These actions create a continuous buffer zone that protects the town center and facilitates fire control in case of a fire.<\/p>\n<h5><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Interventions_in_Torreblanca_I_sustainable_management_and_risk_control\"><\/span><strong>Interventions in Torreblanca I: sustainable management and risk control<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<p>In Torreblanca I, the actions are more specific, as they include plots and green areas owned by the municipality located within the buffer zone.<\/p>\n<p>The main measures are:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>Site-out: Identification of plots and trees to be treated, location of loaders, and marking of work areas.<\/li>\n<li>Tree felling and pruning: similar to Bonavista, with special attention to the safety of nearby infrastructure and homes. Special trees are felled using wire-guided cutting or a crane with a basket.<\/li>\n<li>Clearing and maintenance: a maximum cover of 15% is maintained for mature trees and 35% for scrubland or young trees. On slopes greater than 40%, cover is maintained between 45% and 50%. Weakened shoots are removed, leaving only one per stump.<\/li>\n<li>Shredding and management of plant debris: the debris is shredded and reused in mulching or composting, promoting the Circular Economy and reducing emissions.<\/li>\n<li>Opening of roads and loading areas: identical criteria to Bonavista, with roads adapted to the slope and appropriate curve radii, allowing safe access for machinery and firefighters.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>These actions reduce the risk of fire within the town itself and in municipal green spaces, integrating safety and sustainability.<\/p>\n<h5><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Technical_and_ecological_criteria_for_forest_fire_prevention\"><\/span><strong>Technical and ecological criteria for forest fire prevention<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<p>Some key details of the project:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>Access roads must have a maximum gradient of 13%, a minimum width of 3 meters, minimum curve radii, appropriate drainage, and slopes suitable for the type of substrate.<\/li>\n<li>During tree felling, maximum densities (e.g., 150 trees per hectare) and minimum distances between remaining trees are established to ensure ventilation, crown separation, and reduce the risk of fire spread.<\/li>\n<li>The order of pruning is determined by prioritizing the most flammable species (e.g., heather, pine, holm oak coppice shoots, cypress, etc.).<\/li>\n<li>Plant debris will be removed by on-site shredding or loading, avoiding unmanaged accumulations that could increase the risk of fire.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>All of these measures minimize the environmental impact, prevent erosion, conserve soil, and promote vegetation that is more fire-resistant.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"PLANT_RESIDUES_MANAGEMENT_AND_CIRCULAR_ECONOMY_FOR_FIRE_PREVENTION\"><\/span><strong>PLANT RESIDUES MANAGEMENT AND CIRCULAR ECONOMY FOR FIRE PREVENTION<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Every forestry operation generates plant waste\u2014trunks, branches, pruning debris, and shredded brush\u2014which must be managed properly.<\/p>\n<p>The way this waste is handled makes the difference between a conventional approach and a sustainable, circular one.<\/p>\n<p>Espais Verds del Vall\u00e8s and TMA apply a philosophy based on the Circular Economy.<\/p>\n<p>This translates into:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ol>\n<li><strong>On-site shredding of plant debris:<\/strong> instead of accumulating or burning the debris, it is shredded directly on-site, reducing its volume and using it as natural mulch that protects the soil from erosion and retains moisture.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Use at loading points or loading facilities:<\/strong> the larger debris or chopped logs are concentrated at loading facilities, where they can be reused or transported for energy recovery or composting.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Emission reduction:<\/strong> By minimizing travel and avoiding burning, the carbon footprint of the intervention is reduced.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Valorization of organic material:<\/strong> A portion of the plant waste is transformed into biomass or compost, closing the natural cycle of matter and returning nutrients to the soil or generating renewable energy.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>This management model transforms potential plant waste into a useful resource and reinforces Espais Verds del Vall\u00e8s&#8217; environmental commitment.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"ESPAIS_VERDS_DEL_VALLES_COMMITMENT_TO_SAFETY_SUSTAINABILITY_AND_SUSTAINABLE_FOREST_MANAGEMENT_IN_FIRE_PREVENTION\"><\/span><strong>ESPAIS VERDS DEL VALL\u00c8S: COMMITMENT TO SAFETY, SUSTAINABILITY, AND SUSTAINABLE FOREST MANAGEMENT IN FIRE PREVENTION<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<div id=\"attachment_22651\" style=\"width: 510px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-22651\" class=\"wp-image-22651 lazyload\" data-src=\"http:\/\/tma.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/espais-verds-valles-prevencion-incendios-reducir-riesgo-incendios-gestion-forestal-ssotenible-3.png\" alt=\"Imagen ilustrativa de paisaje forestal en \u00e1reas de prevenci\u00f3n de incendios.\" width=\"500\" height=\"306\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/tma.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/espais-verds-valles-prevencion-incendios-reducir-riesgo-incendios-gestion-forestal-ssotenible-3.png 800w, https:\/\/tma.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/espais-verds-valles-prevencion-incendios-reducir-riesgo-incendios-gestion-forestal-ssotenible-3-300x183.png 300w, https:\/\/tma.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/espais-verds-valles-prevencion-incendios-reducir-riesgo-incendios-gestion-forestal-ssotenible-3-768x469.png 768w, https:\/\/tma.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/espais-verds-valles-prevencion-incendios-reducir-riesgo-incendios-gestion-forestal-ssotenible-3-700x428.png 700w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 500px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 500\/306;\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-22651\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Stock image<\/p><\/div>\n<p>In addition to technical work, we are<strong> firmly committed to sustainability and the Circular Economy<\/strong>, combining practical experience with technical knowledge in forestry, environmental restoration, and the management of natural areas.<\/p>\n<p>At<a title=\"Espais Verds del Vall\u00e8s\" href=\"http:\/\/tma.es\/en\/espais-verds-gardening\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong> Espais Verds del Vall\u00e8s<\/strong><\/a>, all projects are planned with criteria for minimal environmental impact, reusing or valorizing generated waste and respecting the biodiversity of the surrounding area.<\/p>\n<p>The forest fire prevention project in the outer buffer zone of Bonavista and Torreblanca I, in Vacarisses, is a clear example of how technical planning, sustainable management, and public-private collaboration can translate into safety, environmental resilience, and citizen well-being.<\/p>\n<p>With the actions of Espais Verds del Vall\u00e8s, <strong>the forest firebreaks serve as a model of preventive, balanced, and environmentally responsible management<\/strong>, and Vacarisses takes a step forward toward a safer, greener, and more sustainable territory.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">We care for our clients.<\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">We care for the environment.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>If you would like more information about our services or have any questions, <strong>please don&#8217;t hesitate to contact us at <a title=\"Contact us\" href=\"mailto:espaisverds@tma.es\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">espaisverds@tma.es<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>At Espais Verds, we work for a greener, safer, and more sustainable future for all!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Discover our comprehensive <strong><a href=\"http:\/\/tma.es\/en\/espais-verds-gardening\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Gardening<\/a><\/strong>.<br \/>\nFollow us on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/company\/tma-tecnologia-medio-ambiente\/?viewAsMember=true\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>TMA&#8217;s LinkedIn<\/strong><\/a>. 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