India: Uttarakhand battles 40 active forest fires

Uttarakhand is currently battling 40 active forest fires. To help the state, the Centre has sent two Indian Air Force helicopters to douse the fire. Here is all you need to know about Uttarakhand forest fires:

At least 40 active fires are currently ravaging the forests of Uttarakhand. As per the state government, the fire has affected forests across the Garhwal and Kumaon regions with Nainital, Almora, Tehri and Pauri districts being the worst-hit.

According to reports, the fire has so far destroyed property worth Rs 37 lakh and claimed the lives of at least seven animals.

Chief Minister Tirath Singh Rawat on Sunday held a high-level emergency meeting to discuss ways to control the fire as soon as possible. He also requested the Centre to send help.



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