Rain Eases Uttarakhand Forest Fires, Challenges Persist in Kumaon and Garhwal

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:09am on 28 Apr 2024,Sunday Weather & Environment

Rainfall in Uttarakhand brings relief to fire-stricken forests, particularly in Dehradun, while blazes persist in Kumaon and Garhwal districts. Forest and fire department teams remain vigilant, battling flames in Nainital, Bhimtal, Ranibagh, Jyolikot, Kotabag, and Betalghat regions. Army helicopters join firefighting efforts as Nainital witnesses smoke engulfing the town. Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami cancels officials' leaves, urging heightened alertness. Relief operations intensify with two government vehicles allocated per affected forest division. Authorities impose construction and car washing bans, emphasizing public awareness to prevent further fire outbreaks.      

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