A devastating forest fire has ravaged the forests near Nainital, Uttarakhand, for 60 hours, prompting urgent efforts to contain it. The blaze, consuming 108 hectares of woodland, has triggered the deployment of Indian Air Force and Army units alongside local authorities. Uttarakhand’s susceptibility to such disasters stems from dry weather, human activities like grazing and campfires, and dense pine forests prone to accumulation of flammable litter. Anthropogenic factors, exacerbated by climate change, intensify the risk. Initiatives like “Project Greenway” aim to mitigate these risks by planting trees along highways. To combat forest fires, proactive measures such as controlled burns, community involvement, and advanced surveillance technologies are crucial, highlighting the urgent need for sustainable forest management practices.
Uttarakhand Forest Inferno: Causes and Solutions
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