Reconstructing Ecosystems: Analysis of the Recolonization of Flora After the 2022 Fires in Pampa Caballero, Granja Porcon, Cajamarca

Abstract

This study evaluated the vegetation recovery following the 2022 fires in Pampa Caballero, Granja Porcón, Cajamarca, using the Normalized Difference Vegetation Index (NDVI). Sentinel-2 satellite images corresponding to pre-fire, during-fire, and post-fire periods were analyzed. The results showed that the average NDVI significantly decreased during the fire, reflecting a considerable impact on the vegetation. However, two years later, the NDVI increased above pre-fire levels, indicating a remarkable ecosystem recovery. This regeneration highlights the resilience of vegetation in the affected area. The use of NDVI for multitemporal analysis proved to be an effective tool for monitoring post-fire regeneration, providing key information for sustainable management and conservation planning in fire-affected areas. This approach allows the identification of recovery patterns and areas that may require additional interventions to promote long-term ecosystem resilience.