Srinagar: The Divisional Commissioner Kashmir on thursday issued an urgent alert regarding a High-Risk Forest Fire warning for the region, urging concerned departments of public awareness and preparedness.
As per a communique accessed by news agency JKNS, communicated by the Office of Divisional commision Kashmir to all district Deputy Commissioners of Kashmir, Chief Conservator Forests Kashmir, Regional Wildlife Warden Kashmir, Deputy Director F& ES Kashmir.
The communication as per JKNS reads, The Forest Survey of India has issued a High-Risk Forest Fire Alert for our region from 23-01- 25 to 30-01-25.In light of this; I am directed to request you to kindly disseminate the information to the general public and gear up field functionaries.
Communication further reads, It is crucial that everyone, particularly those in fire-prone areas, are made aware of the current risks and proactive measures are taken to prevent any incidents. Please ensure the following actions are taken without delay:
Communication further reads, on Public Awareness that, Use all available communication channels (social media, local media, and community meetings) to inform citizens about the risk and encourage precautions like avoiding open flames, reporting any signs of fire, and staying alert, it reads.
On Field Functionaries communication reads, Ensure that all forest staff, local authorities, and emergency responders are notified and briefed on the current fire risk. They should be prepared with fire fighting equipment and ready to take action if necessary, Reads the communication. (JKNS)
