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Fire map for the Tramuntana: What the new 142-hectare plan leaves unresolved

Why Undergrowth Clearing Alone May Not Be Enough in the Tramuntana

Undergrowth clearing can help in Mallorca’s Tramuntana, but lasting fire protection needs more than one-off work.

Published: April 22, 2026
Fire map for the Tramuntana: What the new 142-hectare plan leaves unresolved

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Is clearing undergrowth enough to protect the Tramuntana from fires?

Not by itself. Removing dry undergrowth can help slow a fire, but the Serra de Tramuntana is a mixed landscape with terraces, pine forest, maquis and farmland, so long-term protection also depends on maintenance, access for emergency vehicles and follow-up care.

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