According to the authorities, “Unscrupulous people are making phone calls posing as electrical service personnel with the aim of deceiving neighbors.”
Given this delicate framework, the Municipality circulated a series of recommendations so that residents do not fall for scams in the midst of the chaos.
First of all, they noticed “be wary of suspicious calls requesting personal information, money transfers or banking details.”
They then asked “Do not open links from unknown numbers” and finally, they request that those affected contact “directly with the local electrical service company or with the Municipality to confirm any eventuality.”
At the same time, they warned that, in case of receiving a suspicious call, they highlighted what steps to follow: Do not provide personal or financial information and immediately report the incident to the corresponding authorities.
Finally, they concluded: “Let us work together to prevent these harmful actions from creating further difficulties at this critical time,” they expressed.
How the fire continues in Epuyén
The fire started this Wednesday at noon and more than 24 hours after the start of the flames They have already consumed more than 2 thousand hectares.
200 homes were emergency evacuated, before 50 that were already devastated by the advance of the fire.
An intense day was expected this Thursday as a result of the strong winds and gusts that will continue into the night, which is why They believe that the number of affections will increase.
Source: Ambito
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