Close and Secure the Punto Limpio in Árchez
El problema
Protect Árchez, Cómpeta and Canillas de Albaida / Protejamos Árchez, Cómpeta y Canillas de Albaida
Close and Secure the Punto Limpio in Árchez Before Another Fire Happens / Exigimos el cierre y aseguramiento inmediato del Punto Limpio de Árchez
A Public Petition to the Ayuntamiento de Árchez / Petición pública dirigida al Ayuntamiento de Árchez
(Desplácese hacia abajo para ver la versión en español)
We, the undersigned residents, property owners, business owners and supporters of the communities of Árchez, Cómpeta, Canillas de Albaida and the wider Axarquía, call upon the Ayuntamiento de Árchez to immediately secure and close the Punto Limpio until it can be demonstrated that it no longer presents a risk to public safety.
Why We Are Launching This Petition
Before launching this petition, we have written formally to the Mayoress of Árchez, with copies sent to the PSOE councillors, setting out our concerns and requesting a written response by 10 August 2026.
In that letter, we ask the Ayuntamiento to:
- Immediately secure and close the Punto Limpio.
- Answer a number of important questions relating to the management of the site and the fire of 17 July 2026.
- Provide copies of relevant policies, procedures and safety documentation where this can be done without prejudicing any ongoing police or judicial investigation.
We sincerely hope the Ayuntamiento will respond positively and take immediate action, making this petition unnecessary.
However, because we believe there is an ongoing public safety risk while the Punto Limpio remains accessible and contains combustible material, we believe it is responsible to begin gathering community support now.
If no satisfactory response is received by 10 August 2026, this petition will be formally presented to the Ayuntamiento and, if necessary, to the appropriate provincial and regional authorities.
Why This Matters
On 17 July 2026, a devastating wildfire occurred in the Punto Limpio in Árchez.
The fire spread rapidly, destroying land, damaging homes, and affecting residents, farmers and businesses in Árchez, and Cómpeta.
We recognise and thank the firefighters, INFOCA personnel, Guardia Civil, Protección Civil, local volunteers and members of the public whose dedication prevented an even greater tragedy.
Our petition is not about criticising those emergency responders.
It is about ensuring that every reasonable step is taken to prevent another such incident.
This Was Not the First Fire
Our concerns did not begin on 17 July 2026.
On 21 November 2025, a significant fire was observed at the Punto Limpio in Archez.
The Ayuntamiento was contacted by telephone and the caller was informed that the fire was "normal". A local resident nevertheless contacted 112, after which the emergency services attended and extinguished the fire.
Video evidence of this incident exists.
This earlier event raises legitimate questions about whether the potential fire risk associated with the Punto Limpio had already been identified and whether sufficient preventative measures were implemented afterwards.
Continuing Public Safety Concerns
According to information available to our community, the Punto Limpio continues to contain combustible material and remains freely accessible.
Whatever the eventual findings of the official investigations into the cause of the July 2026 fire, we believe there is one simple principle that should unite everyone:
No community should have to live beside a facility that may continue to present a preventable fire risk.
The safety of our residents, homes, farms, businesses and natural environment must come before convenience.
Questions That Deserve Answers
In our letter to the Ayuntamiento we have requested answers to a number of questions, including:
- Who had authorised access to the Punto Limpio on 17 July 2026?
- Who was in possession of the keys to the site?
- Were any Ayuntamiento vehicles or contractors present?
- What information was captured by the CCTV system?
- Has all CCTV footage been preserved?
- On what information was the Ayuntamiento's public statement of 20 July 2026 on Facebook based regarding the reported origin of the fire?
- What measures have been taken since the fire to reduce the risk of another incident?
We have also requested copies of relevant policies and procedures concerning:
- Fire safety.
- Waste management.
- Site inspections.
- Key control and authorised access.
- CCTV management.
- Emergency response.
- Health and safety.
- The day-to-day management of the Punto Limpio.
We have made it clear that we are not seeking information that would prejudice any ongoing investigation by the Guardia Civil, INFOCA or any judicial authority.
What We Are Asking For
We respectfully call upon the Ayuntamiento de Árchez to:
- Immediately close the Punto Limpio.
Fully secure the site against unauthorised entry.
Remove all combustible waste and any materials presenting a fire risk. - Publish the findings of any investigations that can lawfully be released once official enquiries have concluded.
Why Your Signature Matters
This petition is not about assigning blame.
It is about protecting lives.
It is about protecting homes.
It is about protecting farmers and local businesses.
It is about protecting our countryside.
It is about ensuring that no community has to experience another devastating wildfire if reasonable preventative measures can be taken today.
Whether you live in Árchez, Cómpeta, Canillas de Albaida, elsewhere in the Axarquía, or simply care about the safety of these communities, your support matters.
Our Commitment
We sincerely hope the Ayuntamiento responds positively to our letter before 10 August 2026 and confirms that the Punto Limpio will be secured and closed.
If that happens, this petition will have achieved its purpose.
If no satisfactory response is received, we will present this petition, together with the signatures collected, to the Ayuntamiento and, if necessary, to the appropriate provincial, regional and national authorities responsible for environmental protection, public safety and local government oversight.
Our objective is simple.
We want action before another fire happens—not after.
Please Support This Petition
By signing this petition, you are calling for:
✔ The immediate closure of the Punto Limpio in Árchez.
✔ The site to be fully secured against unauthorised access.
✔ The removal of combustible materials.
✔ Greater transparency and accountability.
✔ The protection of the communities of Árchez, Cómpeta, Canillas de Albaida and the wider Axarquía.
ESPAÑOL
Nosotros, los abajo firmantes, vecinos, propietarios de viviendas, empresarios y personas comprometidas con las comunidades de Árchez, Cómpeta, Canillas de Albaida y el conjunto de la Axarquía, solicitamos al Ayuntamiento de Árchez que proceda al cierre inmediato y al aseguramiento del Punto Limpio, hasta que pueda demostrarse que ya no representa un riesgo para la seguridad pública.
¿Por qué lanzamos esta petición?
Antes de poner en marcha esta petición hemos remitido un escrito formal a la Alcaldesa de Árchez, con copia a los concejales del PSOE, solicitando una respuesta por escrito antes del 10 de agosto de 2026. En dicha carta pedimos que el Ayuntamiento cierre y asegure inmediatamente el Punto Limpio, responda a cuestiones relacionadas con el incendio del 17 de julio de 2026 y facilite la documentación pertinente siempre que ello no perjudique investigaciones en curso.
Confiamos en una respuesta positiva, pero mientras el Punto Limpio permanezca accesible y contenga materiales combustibles consideramos responsable recabar el apoyo de la comunidad.
¿Por qué es importante?
El 17 de julio de 2026 un devastador incendio afectó a la zona del Punto Limpio de Árchez, causando graves daños en terrenos, viviendas, explotaciones agrícolas e infraestructuras y afectando a vecinos de Árchez y Cómpeta.
Agradecemos profundamente la labor de los bomberos, INFOCA, Guardia Civil,
Protección Civil y los voluntarios. Esta petición no busca señalar culpables, sino prevenir que vuelva a ocurrir una tragedia similar.
No fue el primer incendioEl 21 de noviembre de 2025 ya se produjo un incendio en el Punto Limpio. Tras una llamada al Ayuntamiento se indicó que el fuego era "normal", pero un vecino llamó al 112 y los servicios de emergencia extinguieron el incendio. Existen grabaciones de aquel suceso, lo que plantea interrogantes sobre si el riesgo era ya conocido y qué medidas preventivas se adoptaron.
¿Qué solicitamos?
• Cierre inmediato del Punto Limpio.
• Aseguramiento completo para impedir accesos no autorizados.
• Retirada de todos los materiales combustibles.
• Publicación de las conclusiones de las investigaciones cuando legalmente sea posible.
• Mayor transparencia y rendición de cuentas.
Nuestro compromiso
Esperamos una respuesta favorable antes del 10 de agosto de 2026. Si no se recibe una respuesta satisfactoria, presentaremos esta petición junto con las firmas recogidas ante las autoridades competentes.
Queremos que se actúe antes de que vuelva a producirse otro incendio, no después.
Protejamos nuestras viviendas. Protejamos nuestro entorno natural. Protejamos nuestras comunidades.
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El problema
Protect Árchez, Cómpeta and Canillas de Albaida / Protejamos Árchez, Cómpeta y Canillas de Albaida
Close and Secure the Punto Limpio in Árchez Before Another Fire Happens / Exigimos el cierre y aseguramiento inmediato del Punto Limpio de Árchez
A Public Petition to the Ayuntamiento de Árchez / Petición pública dirigida al Ayuntamiento de Árchez
(Desplácese hacia abajo para ver la versión en español)
We, the undersigned residents, property owners, business owners and supporters of the communities of Árchez, Cómpeta, Canillas de Albaida and the wider Axarquía, call upon the Ayuntamiento de Árchez to immediately secure and close the Punto Limpio until it can be demonstrated that it no longer presents a risk to public safety.
Why We Are Launching This Petition
Before launching this petition, we have written formally to the Mayoress of Árchez, with copies sent to the PSOE councillors, setting out our concerns and requesting a written response by 10 August 2026.
In that letter, we ask the Ayuntamiento to:
- Immediately secure and close the Punto Limpio.
- Answer a number of important questions relating to the management of the site and the fire of 17 July 2026.
- Provide copies of relevant policies, procedures and safety documentation where this can be done without prejudicing any ongoing police or judicial investigation.
We sincerely hope the Ayuntamiento will respond positively and take immediate action, making this petition unnecessary.
However, because we believe there is an ongoing public safety risk while the Punto Limpio remains accessible and contains combustible material, we believe it is responsible to begin gathering community support now.
If no satisfactory response is received by 10 August 2026, this petition will be formally presented to the Ayuntamiento and, if necessary, to the appropriate provincial and regional authorities.
Why This Matters
On 17 July 2026, a devastating wildfire occurred in the Punto Limpio in Árchez.
The fire spread rapidly, destroying land, damaging homes, and affecting residents, farmers and businesses in Árchez, and Cómpeta.
We recognise and thank the firefighters, INFOCA personnel, Guardia Civil, Protección Civil, local volunteers and members of the public whose dedication prevented an even greater tragedy.
Our petition is not about criticising those emergency responders.
It is about ensuring that every reasonable step is taken to prevent another such incident.
This Was Not the First Fire
Our concerns did not begin on 17 July 2026.
On 21 November 2025, a significant fire was observed at the Punto Limpio in Archez.
The Ayuntamiento was contacted by telephone and the caller was informed that the fire was "normal". A local resident nevertheless contacted 112, after which the emergency services attended and extinguished the fire.
Video evidence of this incident exists.
This earlier event raises legitimate questions about whether the potential fire risk associated with the Punto Limpio had already been identified and whether sufficient preventative measures were implemented afterwards.
Continuing Public Safety Concerns
According to information available to our community, the Punto Limpio continues to contain combustible material and remains freely accessible.
Whatever the eventual findings of the official investigations into the cause of the July 2026 fire, we believe there is one simple principle that should unite everyone:
No community should have to live beside a facility that may continue to present a preventable fire risk.
The safety of our residents, homes, farms, businesses and natural environment must come before convenience.
Questions That Deserve Answers
In our letter to the Ayuntamiento we have requested answers to a number of questions, including:
- Who had authorised access to the Punto Limpio on 17 July 2026?
- Who was in possession of the keys to the site?
- Were any Ayuntamiento vehicles or contractors present?
- What information was captured by the CCTV system?
- Has all CCTV footage been preserved?
- On what information was the Ayuntamiento's public statement of 20 July 2026 on Facebook based regarding the reported origin of the fire?
- What measures have been taken since the fire to reduce the risk of another incident?
We have also requested copies of relevant policies and procedures concerning:
- Fire safety.
- Waste management.
- Site inspections.
- Key control and authorised access.
- CCTV management.
- Emergency response.
- Health and safety.
- The day-to-day management of the Punto Limpio.
We have made it clear that we are not seeking information that would prejudice any ongoing investigation by the Guardia Civil, INFOCA or any judicial authority.
What We Are Asking For
We respectfully call upon the Ayuntamiento de Árchez to:
- Immediately close the Punto Limpio.
Fully secure the site against unauthorised entry.
Remove all combustible waste and any materials presenting a fire risk. - Publish the findings of any investigations that can lawfully be released once official enquiries have concluded.
Why Your Signature Matters
This petition is not about assigning blame.
It is about protecting lives.
It is about protecting homes.
It is about protecting farmers and local businesses.
It is about protecting our countryside.
It is about ensuring that no community has to experience another devastating wildfire if reasonable preventative measures can be taken today.
Whether you live in Árchez, Cómpeta, Canillas de Albaida, elsewhere in the Axarquía, or simply care about the safety of these communities, your support matters.
Our Commitment
We sincerely hope the Ayuntamiento responds positively to our letter before 10 August 2026 and confirms that the Punto Limpio will be secured and closed.
If that happens, this petition will have achieved its purpose.
If no satisfactory response is received, we will present this petition, together with the signatures collected, to the Ayuntamiento and, if necessary, to the appropriate provincial, regional and national authorities responsible for environmental protection, public safety and local government oversight.
Our objective is simple.
We want action before another fire happens—not after.
Please Support This Petition
By signing this petition, you are calling for:
✔ The immediate closure of the Punto Limpio in Árchez.
✔ The site to be fully secured against unauthorised access.
✔ The removal of combustible materials.
✔ Greater transparency and accountability.
✔ The protection of the communities of Árchez, Cómpeta, Canillas de Albaida and the wider Axarquía.
ESPAÑOL
Nosotros, los abajo firmantes, vecinos, propietarios de viviendas, empresarios y personas comprometidas con las comunidades de Árchez, Cómpeta, Canillas de Albaida y el conjunto de la Axarquía, solicitamos al Ayuntamiento de Árchez que proceda al cierre inmediato y al aseguramiento del Punto Limpio, hasta que pueda demostrarse que ya no representa un riesgo para la seguridad pública.
¿Por qué lanzamos esta petición?
Antes de poner en marcha esta petición hemos remitido un escrito formal a la Alcaldesa de Árchez, con copia a los concejales del PSOE, solicitando una respuesta por escrito antes del 10 de agosto de 2026. En dicha carta pedimos que el Ayuntamiento cierre y asegure inmediatamente el Punto Limpio, responda a cuestiones relacionadas con el incendio del 17 de julio de 2026 y facilite la documentación pertinente siempre que ello no perjudique investigaciones en curso.
Confiamos en una respuesta positiva, pero mientras el Punto Limpio permanezca accesible y contenga materiales combustibles consideramos responsable recabar el apoyo de la comunidad.
¿Por qué es importante?
El 17 de julio de 2026 un devastador incendio afectó a la zona del Punto Limpio de Árchez, causando graves daños en terrenos, viviendas, explotaciones agrícolas e infraestructuras y afectando a vecinos de Árchez y Cómpeta.
Agradecemos profundamente la labor de los bomberos, INFOCA, Guardia Civil,
Protección Civil y los voluntarios. Esta petición no busca señalar culpables, sino prevenir que vuelva a ocurrir una tragedia similar.
No fue el primer incendioEl 21 de noviembre de 2025 ya se produjo un incendio en el Punto Limpio. Tras una llamada al Ayuntamiento se indicó que el fuego era "normal", pero un vecino llamó al 112 y los servicios de emergencia extinguieron el incendio. Existen grabaciones de aquel suceso, lo que plantea interrogantes sobre si el riesgo era ya conocido y qué medidas preventivas se adoptaron.
¿Qué solicitamos?
• Cierre inmediato del Punto Limpio.
• Aseguramiento completo para impedir accesos no autorizados.
• Retirada de todos los materiales combustibles.
• Publicación de las conclusiones de las investigaciones cuando legalmente sea posible.
• Mayor transparencia y rendición de cuentas.
Nuestro compromiso
Esperamos una respuesta favorable antes del 10 de agosto de 2026. Si no se recibe una respuesta satisfactoria, presentaremos esta petición junto con las firmas recogidas ante las autoridades competentes.
Queremos que se actúe antes de que vuelva a producirse otro incendio, no después.
Protejamos nuestras viviendas. Protejamos nuestro entorno natural. Protejamos nuestras comunidades.
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Petición creada en 31 de julio de 2026