Uttarakhand Forest Fires Controlled, IAF on Alert
Forest fires in Nanda Devi Biosphere Reserve's Valley of Flowers range are now under control. An IAF helicopter remains on standby for potential aerial firefighting support.
Forest fires in Nanda Devi Biosphere Reserve's Valley of Flowers range are now under control. An IAF helicopter remains on standby for potential aerial firefighting support.
Forest officials in Dehradun report the six-day wildfire in Valley of Flowers is mostly under control. Only isolated hotspots remain as dry weather conditions fueled the blaze.
A forest fire near Uttarakhand's Valley of Flowers has been contained after six days. Officials confirm natural barriers prevent spread to protected areas. Dry conditions and low humidity prolonged the blaze.
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