Massive Fire Breaks Out At Sariska Tiger Reserve In Alwar

Wildlife Reserve at Risk!

Rajasthan's Alwar District witnessed a massive fire. The fire has damaged Tiger Reserve in the Alwar district which has put wildlife in the reserve at risk.

As per the information, the fire erupted on Sunday due to unknown reasons and has now spread to an area of around a 4 km radius. Around 200 district forest personnel were pressed into service to try to bring the fire under control.

According to the information, the district administration and the forest reserve officials from the tiger reserve have failed to control the fire. Also, help was requested from the Army. Whereas they will begin work today.

Further, the information stated, two helicopters will use a hydraulic system to spread water and try to bring the fire under control.

According to the reports, the fire erupted in the Akbarpur range in the Sariska Tiger Reserve and has caused damage to the flora and fauna in the area. The forest reserve officials fear harm to the tigress, ST-17, which recently gave birth to two cubs.

The police are making announcements in the villages, warning residents to be on the lookout for animals and fire.

The forest team, led by RN Meena, Chief Conservator of Forest (CCF), is still on the spot as his team, along with the fire department, tries to tackle the massive fire. RN Meena also said that as the beehives are being destroyed, bees in large numbers are attacking the staff.

Meena also said, “Due to winds, it's difficult to control the spread. We have asked for helicopter assistance.

Many unknown incidents took place which hampers natural things, including plants, trees, and saplings. Also, the lives of a few animals have been at risk which is creating an emergency scenario.