Fire Breaks Out in Forest Area of J&K’s Reasi
In a worrying incident, a fire broke out on Sunday in the forest area of Jammu and Kashmir’s Reasi district. The fire, which was reportedly brought under control within a short span of time, has left around 4-6 hectares of forest land charred.
According to reports, the fire was first noticed by local residents, who immediately informed the authorities. The Forest Department quickly swung into action, dispatching a team of forest guards to the spot. Ravi Kumar, a Forest Guard, who was part of the team, said that they reached the area as soon as they got the distress call.
“Our team reached here as soon as we got to know about the fire,” Kumar said in an interview. “We brought 95% of the fire under control in half an hour. It was a challenging task, but we were able to contain the blaze with the help of our equipment and coordination with the local villagers.”
Kumar added that the forest area affected by the fire is a dense region, with thick vegetation and steep terrain. The team had to work carefully to ensure that the fire did not spread to other areas. “It was a tricky situation, but our training and experience helped us to contain the fire quickly,” he said.
The exact cause of the fire is still unknown, but officials suspect that it may have been triggered by human activity. “We are investigating the matter, but it appears that the fire may have been caused by human negligence,” said a senior Forest Department official.
The fire has left a significant impact on the local ecosystem, with many wild animals and birds likely to have been displaced. The Forest Department has launched an investigation into the incident and is working to prevent such incidents in the future.
The firebreak in Reasi is the latest in a series of such incidents in Jammu and Kashmir. In recent months, there have been several instances of forest fires in the state, which have raised concerns about the safety of the local environment and the impact on wildlife.
Forest fires are a serious issue in Jammu and Kashmir, with the state’s diverse landscape and climate making it prone to such incidents. The state government has launched several initiatives to prevent forest fires, including the creation of a dedicated fire department and the establishment of fire breaks in high-risk areas.
Despite these efforts, forest fires continue to be a major concern in the state. The recent incident in Reasi highlights the need for greater vigilance and coordination to prevent such incidents.
In conclusion, the fire that broke out in the forest area of Jammu and Kashmir’s Reasi is a stark reminder of the need for greater awareness and action to prevent forest fires. The state government and the Forest Department must work together to prevent such incidents and protect the local environment.
