Sindhupalchok steps up forest fire prevention with fire lines in over 30 community forests
Summary
Sindhupalchok district has initiated fire line construction in over 30 community forests to mitigate wildfire risks amid rising temperatures and strong winds.
Key Points
- Authorities have constructed fire lines in more than 30 community forests in Sindhupalchok to reduce wildfire risk.
- Efforts include clearing undergrowth, field drills, practical training, and awareness programmes coordinated by Sharada Prasad Chalise.
- Fire lines are about 1,200 metres long and 5 metres wide, created in selected high-risk community forests.
- Around 82 hectares of forest land have already been destroyed by wildfires this season within the Gaurishankar Conservation Area.
