Uttarakhand’s forest fires advancing into elevated areas amid spread
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Shefali Dhiman
May 10, 2024
Uttarakhand is experiencing a surge in forest fires, with over 1,000 active fires recorded by satellites on May 5-6. Notably, fires are now spreading to higher elevations, increasing from 2,409 to 3,383 meters above sea level in recent weeks, presenting new challenges for containment efforts.