Fire breaks out in forest area of Murgund Kangan

A massive fire erupted in the forest area of Murgund Kangan in Central Kashmir’s Gandrabal district. Local reports indicate that the fire swiftly spread across a large expanse, causing significant damage to the precious green cover.

A massive fire erupted in the forest area of Murgund Kangan in Central Kashmir's Gandrabal district. Local reports indicate that the fire swiftly spread across a large expanse, causing significant damage to the precious green cover.#forest #ganderbal pic.twitter.com/H918X6wNCR

— Press Trust of Kashmir (@ptknews_agency) January 5, 2024

The incident follows another recent fire in the Wangath Forest area, underscoring the escalating threat to the region’s natural resources. The immediate concern is the impact on the environment, commonly referred to as the ‘green gold,’ which plays a crucial role in maintaining ecological balance.