Forest fire expert Domingos Xavier Viegas expressed doubts on Tuesday, April 14, regarding the existence of 'concerted actions' in businesses linked to fires, but admitted to 'some negligence' and that the system requires greater supervision. During a Parliamentary Inquiry Commission, he stated he has no direct knowledge of illicit activities but highlighted issues such as the failure to use fire retardants and the lack of tracking data for aerial firefighting assets as examples of significant negligence.
Wildfires: Researcher Domingos Xavier Viegas admits to negligence and calls for system oversight
Tuesday, 14 April 2026RSS
Context & Explainers
Sustainability (sustentabilidade) means meeting present needs without reducing the ability of future generations to meet theirs, covering environmental, economic and social dimensions. For residents it affects local planning, jobs and services—look for municipal or company targets, timelines and measurable actions when assessing how sustainable a place or employer is.
