Donkeys as Firefighters in Spain | Calgary News

In Spain’s Catalan countryside, a herd of rescued donkeys is becoming wildfire heroes—grazing on flammable brush to create natural firebreaks. Led by Tivissa Donkeys Firefighters, these sixty-strong “firefighters” not only help prevent devastating blazes but also find a second chance at life. Founder Joan Cedó Sans started the initiative after witnessing their effectiveness on his own land, turning a rescue mission into a sustainable forest management strategy. As wildfires grow fiercer due to climate change, this low-tech, high-impact method complements drones and controlled burns, proving that compassion and ecology can go hand in hand. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/9ef419cf0842221f