Excelsior Correspondent
BHADERWAH, Feb 19: Timely and swift action by Forest officials averted major loss in Kellar range of Forest Division (FD) Bhaderwah today.
According to the reports, fire broke out in Compartment No 4 of Ghuraka block in Keller Range of Forest Division Bhaderwah near inhabited areas posing threat to villagers.
After getting information, on the directions of DFO Bhaderwah Chander Shekhar, a team of sleuths of territorial Forest Department and Forest Protection Force led by RO Neeru Range Shafqat Mehmood Malik reached the spot and doused the fire, which was spreading rapidly.
“The fire was spreading rapidly and there was a strong possibility that it may spread to the residential areas. After hectic efforts of around 4 hours, we manage to control the fire. Now the flames have been doused but our team will remain on the spot for night”, said Shafqat Mehmood Malik, Range Officer Neeru Range.
People appreciated the efforts of Forest officials for quick and timely response.
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