Surprised I haven't seen a post on this. This is very sad. It is one of the most beautiful areas of the country.
http://www.dominicantoday.com/dr/local/2014/7/28/52260/Forest-fire-in-Dominican-Republic-central-mountains-too-critical
http://www.listindiario.com.do/la-republica/2014/7/29/331555/Estados-Unidos-aportara-recursos-economicos-y-asistencia-para-sofocar
http://www.dominicantoday.com/dr/local/2014/7/28/52260/Forest-fire-in-Dominican-Republic-central-mountains-too-critical
http://www.listindiario.com.do/la-republica/2014/7/29/331555/Estados-Unidos-aportara-recursos-economicos-y-asistencia-para-sofocar