Uttarakhand / Almora : Forest fire reached DM residence, fire department found control
Incidents of forest fires are not taking the name of stopping. On Tuesday also, fire broke out at five places in the district. The forest fire also reached the DM residence located at the headquarters, although the fire department brought the fire under control in time. The fire brigade and forest personnel also struggled to extinguish the forest fire.
On Tuesday, the forests of Jaurasi kept burning for about four hours at two places. In the Dwarahat area, the fire continued to burn in the forests for about half an hour. The fire that broke out in the afternoon near Dol Ashram continued to smolder till late evening, due to which a lot of forest wealth was burnt. The fire that broke out in Jageshwar area since Monday is yet to be controlled. Fire watchers of the forest department and firemen of the fire department are trying to douse the fire. The fire continued to burn for some time in the forests of Chitai.
The forest fire also reached the DM residence located in the district headquarters. Fire Officer Umesh Pargai said that on receiving information about the fire near the DM residence, a team of firemen was sent along with two fire tenders. The fire was brought under control after sprinkling water for about an hour. The fire did not cause much damage. Along with this, forest fires were also moving towards the populated area in Petshal and Chitai area, but the fire was brought under control in time.
The forest also exploded in Bhatrouj Khan
Bhatrouj Khan (Almora). These days the forest is blazing with fire in the area. Where valuable wood and many other medicines have been destroyed by the fire, wild animals have also started turning towards the population. Fire is also polluting the environment. conversation
Same is the case with the forests of Ranikhet and Dwarahat.
Ranikhet (Almora). A fire broke out in the forest of Panyali in Ranikhet on Tuesday as well. A plume of smoke was spreading all around. The condition of the Dwarahat forests remained more or less the same. It was sunny all day but the situation was such that the sun could not be seen. The effect of the fire in the Dwarahat hills was clearly visible. Since Tuesday morning, the atmosphere of the entire region was covered in smoke and haze of forest fires.
Fire Department launched cleanliness drive
Almora. The fire department is also celebrating Fire Week across the district to make people aware during the fire season. On Tuesday, the employees of the fire department cleaned the barricade, mess office and MT in the fire station premises under the direction of fire officer Umesh Pargai. Along with this, people were also informed about the operation of fire safety equipment in Himadri Hans Handloom, Dinapani and Almora.
The forest is blazing, the breath is blooming
Almora/Bageshwar. Due to the incidents of fire in the forests, there is a haze in places. While the forest wealth is being destroyed due to the incidents of forest fire, people are also facing problems due to the smoke of the fire. People are reaching the district and base hospitals with problems of breathing and burning in the eyes.
In the district hospital, Almora, in the last 15 days, 10 people came with respiratory problems and 20 people complained of burning sensation in the eyes. In the last 15 days, 12 people reached Base Hospital with complaints of breathing problem and about 10 people complained of burning sensation in the eyes.
Dr. Kusmulta, PMS of the district hospital, said that during summer season, there is a problem of burning in the eyes, as well as respiratory diseases due to smoke etc. To avoid irritation to the eyes, regularly wash the eyes with cold water. Go out in the sun wearing glasses, protect the eyes from smoke etc. In case of excessive burning sensation, consult a doctor. Avoid cold foods to avoid respiratory problems. Steam the water. Dr. Satya Prakash Tripathi, eye doctor of the district hospital in Bageshwar, says that the smoke from the fire can increase the discomfort of the eyes. Eyes should be washed several times with cold water. Glasses should be used to protect the eyes. conversation
These days, eye irritation, respiratory-related patients are coming more in the state hospital. Smoke spread due to fire all around. This causes irritation in the eyes and difficulty in breathing. There is a sore throat. To avoid this, dark glasses and masks should be used.
-Doctor. KK Pandey, Superintendent, Government Hospital Ranikhet.
Forest fire became a threat to electricity
Ranikhet. Due to the fire in the forests, the electricity system of all the areas including Chilianaula Municipality was affected. In Chilianaula, the power was not restored till late evening. Due to this people had to face a lot of trouble. Here, UPCL SDO Saurabh Joshi told that the power line has been affected due to the fire. Employees are looking for fault.
