Fire Breaks Out in Forest Area of J&K’s Reasi
A devastating fire broke out on Sunday in the forest area of Jammu and Kashmir’s Reasi district, leaving a trail of destruction in its wake. The fire, which was reported in the afternoon, was brought under control by a team of forest guards who reached the spot quickly.
According to Ravi Kumar, a Forest Guard, the team received information about the fire around 2 pm and immediately rushed to the area. “Our team reached here as soon as we got to know about the fire,” Kumar said. “We brought 95% of the fire under control in half an hour.”
Unfortunately, the fire had already spread to a significant area of the forest, with around 4-6 hectares of land being burnt. The exact cause of the fire is yet to be determined, but it is believed to have been triggered by human activity.
The fire was extinguished using a combination of water and foam, with the help of a fire tender that was dispatched to the scene. Kumar praised the efforts of his team, saying that they had worked tirelessly to bring the fire under control.
“We worked as a team to control the fire,” Kumar said. “We used water and foam to extinguish the flames, and were able to bring the situation under control within a short period of time.”
The fire also affected local wildlife, with several animals being forced to flee the area in search of safety. Kumar said that the forest department had received reports of several animals, including deer and monkeys, being spotted in the surrounding areas.
The fire has also left several people displaced, with many families being forced to evacuate their homes. The local administration has set up relief camps for those affected, and is providing them with food and shelter.
The incident is a stark reminder of the importance of forest conservation and the need for effective measures to prevent such fires from occurring. Kumar urged people to be more responsible and to take steps to prevent forest fires.
“We appeal to the public to be careful and not to throw lit cigarettes or other flammable materials in the forest,” Kumar said. “We also appeal to them to inform us immediately if they see any signs of fire in the forest.”
The fire is also a setback for the local economy, with many people relying on the forest for their livelihood. The fire has destroyed crops and damaged property, leaving many families struggling to make ends meet.
The incident is also a reminder of the need for better infrastructure and equipment to tackle forest fires. Kumar said that the forest department was working to improve its firefighting capabilities, and was also working to raise awareness about the importance of forest conservation.
The fire has also raised concerns about the impact of climate change on the region. The increasing frequency and severity of forest fires is a worrying trend, and highlights the need for urgent action to address the issue.
In conclusion, the fire that broke out in the forest area of Reasi’s Jammu and Kashmir is a tragic reminder of the importance of forest conservation and the need for effective measures to prevent such fires from occurring. The local administration and forest department have worked tirelessly to bring the situation under control, and are providing relief to those affected. The incident is a wake-up call for all of us to take responsibility for our actions and to work towards a safer and more sustainable future.
