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Wild Animals Invade Villages Amid Forest Fires
16 Apr
Summary
- Forest fires have forced wildlife, including leopards, into residential areas.
- Residents report increased sightings of wild animals in villages seeking safety.
- Multiple agencies are deployed to manage forest fires and monitor wildlife.
A forest fire that ignited in Ghiroli on Wednesday night has heightened concerns regarding environmental damage and public safety in Bageshwar. This incident follows earlier fires reported in the Garur region, which affected substantial forest areas. Residents have noted a significant increase in wildlife entering nearby villages.
Locals report that leopards are now regularly seen in residential areas, with some even spotted hiding in unusual places. Animals are reportedly moving towards villages in search of safety due to the recurring fires damaging their natural habitat. Despite these reports, forest officials maintain that the situation is under control and that reserve forests have mostly remained unaffected.
However, local residents contest this assessment, claiming even reserve forests have sustained considerable damage. In response, district authorities have deployed multiple agencies, including the forest department, tehsil-level teams, and Quick Response Teams (QRTs). Regular monitoring is being conducted in coordination with disaster management and forest officials to address the escalating situation.
