J-K: Forest fire triggers landmine explosions along LoC in Poonch
Nov 20, 2024, 07:28 PM ISTA forest fire along the Line of Control in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district triggered nearly six landmine explosions
A forest fire along the Line of Control in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district triggered nearly six landmine explosions
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami expressed grief over the incident and announced an ex-gratia for the families of the deceased.
The latest forest fire has been reported from Gangera Hill area of Udhampur district while another forest fire, which has been blazing for past three days, was reported from Daya Dhar area.
Uttarakhand government has been questioned by the Supreme Court for failing to control forest fire saying it was in pain to say that the approach of the state administration in dealing the situation was lackluster.
Uttarakhand forest fire: With forest fires still raging in Uttarakhand, CM Dhami also asked all the district magistrates to give orders to completely ban burning of all types of fodder for a week with immediate effect.
Uttarakhand forest fire: With forest fires still raging in Uttarakhand, newly appointed Head of Forest Force Dhananjai Mohan asked officials to address all fire alerts on priority and reduce the response time.
The ongoing forest fires in Uttarakhand, particularly in Nainital, have raised concerns about the extent of damage and the need for prevention measures. The fires, exacerbated by dry conditions and human negligence, have prompted intensified firefighting efforts involving various stakeholders.
Uttarakhand forest fire: People are being asked to report any forest blaze immediately to the authorities and not to burn garbage in the open or carelessly throw burning cigarette butts or bidis in the forest areas.
At least three men were arrested and sent to jail for allegedly starting forest fires in two different areas of Jakholi and Rudraprayag in Uttarakhand.
Chile forest fire update: In response to the crisis, President Boric declared two days of national mourning. He pledged support for the affected families and announced the temporary conversion of a presidential vacation home into a leisure center for children impacted by the fires.
President Gabriel Boric declared a grim update on Saturday as the death toll from the rampant forest fires in central Chile reached 46. The Valparaiso region, housing nearly a million inhabitants, witnessed black smoke engulfing the sky, prompting intensified firefighting efforts.
New York City is currently dealing with the worst air pollution among other cities worldwide surpassing even New Delhi. Recently in a global air quality report, India was ranked eighth on the list, with Chad, Iraq, Pakistan, Bahrain, and Bangladesh being the five most polluted countries in 2022.
The Indian Air Force (IAF) chopper Mi-17 helicopter was pressed into service to douse the forest fires on Sunday.
The commuter train service to the city's west was partially interrupted and one of the city's most important highways, the Avus, was closed.
Europe Heatwave: More than 7,000 hectares of land have been consumed by the fires, according to the regional emergency service.
Along with the fire bridge team, the forest department officials are also on the spot, and efforts are being made to put off the fire. The cause of the fire remains unknown.
The forest fires were brought under control, without a human loss, they said. Another massive fire broke out in the agriculture fields along International Border (IB) in the Jammu district.
Fire broke out near Sanji Chhat helipad, in the forest area of Trikuta mountain on Sunday, in view of which the Shrine Board authorities had decided to suspend Helicopter services on Monday.
At least 117 fresh forest fire incidents have been reported with the Garhwal region accounting for 32 of them, the Kumaon region 75 and wildlife areas 10.
The forest fire reached the boys hostel of Veer Chandra Singh Garhwali Government Institute Of Medical Science and Research.
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