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Forest Fire in Tehri Garhwal, Uttarakhand Affects 14 Hectares
Massive fire in Uttarakhand's Tehri Garhwal forests engulfs 14 hectares
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A significant forest fire broke out near Budogi village in Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, affecting approximately 14 hectares of land. Tehri Divisional Forest Officer Puneet Tomar reported that the fire is being contained and is expected to be extinguished shortly.
- 01The fire ignited in the evening hours near Budogi village, close to the Tehri district headquarters.
- 02Tehri Divisional Forest Officer Puneet Tomar stated that forest teams responded quickly to the incident.
- 03The fire is currently dying down and is expected to be fully controlled within an hour and a half.
- 04No populated areas were directly threatened by the fire as it moved downwards.
- 05Approximately 14 hectares of forest area have been impacted by the blaze.
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A massive fire erupted in the forests near Budogi village, adjacent to the Tehri district headquarters in Uttarakhand. Tehri Divisional Forest Officer Puneet Tomar confirmed that the fire started in the evening and was quickly addressed by forest teams. The fire has affected around 14 hectares of forest land but is currently under control and is expected to be extinguished within an hour and a half. Fortunately, the fire has moved towards areas without population, minimizing potential risks to local residents.
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The fire poses a risk to the local ecosystem and wildlife, although no populated areas were threatened.
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