Wildfire Risk Rises in Myagdi Amid Dry Spell, Human Negligence Cited as Primary Cause
Summary
Wildfire risk has risen in Myagdi amid the dry season, primarily due to human negligence such as the indiscriminate use of fire for grass growth and hunting, damaging forests and wildlife.
Key Points
- Wildfire risk in Myagdi has increased with the onset of the dry season due to human negligence.
- 96 percent of wildfires in Myagdi are caused by human actions like setting fires for grass growth and hunting.
- Between fiscal years 2079-80 and 2081-82, hundreds of hectares were damaged annually by forest fires in Myagdi.
- An action plan involving multiple agencies has been developed for wildfire prevention and control, including constructing water ponds and raising awareness.
