Several fires kept emergency crews moving across Los Cabos over the weekend, from grass and lot fires in Cabo San Lucas to a ranch-area blaze in San José del Cabo. The most visible incident came later Sunday, when smoke rose from the Palo Escopeta landfill and drew a wider response from fire crews, Civil Protection, and municipal agencies. Officials had not reported an official cause for the fires.
Weekend fires draw emergency response in Los Cabos
Emergency crews responded to several weekend fires in Los Cabos, including a major blaze at the Palo Escopeta landfill in San José del Cabo.
The fires were reported in both Cabo San Lucas and San José del Cabo. They affected ranch areas, grasslands, empty lots, medians, and the municipal landfill site.
Four fires were reported on Sunday alone. Two were described as smaller grass-related fires in Cabo San Lucas. The stronger incidents were reported in San José del Cabo.
Fire reported in La Ballena before landfill blaze
One of the larger fires happened early Sunday in the La Ballena area. The fire burned part of a ranch and prompted a response from firefighters.
Hours later, another fire was reported at the Palo Escopeta landfill. Smoke from the landfill could be seen from different parts of San José del Cabo.
The landfill fire began Sunday evening. Emergency crews worked on containment and cooling operations at the site.
Crews worked to contain Palo Escopeta fire
Firefighters from San José del Cabo responded to the landfill. Cabo San Lucas firefighters later joined the operation.
The response also included Civil Protection, Public Services crews, and municipal security personnel. Emergency units worked to contain the flames, cool the area, and support access to the site.
No injuries or intoxications were reported among workers or emergency personnel in the available reports.
Authorities had not reported an official cause for the Palo Escopeta landfill fire or the other weekend fires. The cause was expected to be reviewed after the fire was fully controlled.
The landfill is part of the municipal waste system serving the San José del Cabo area. Access to Palo Escopeta has also been mentioned in past municipal updates on trash collection and public services.
