Fire Breaks Out in Naloosa Forest Area of Boniyar, Locals Allege Arson
Zaffer Iqbal
Boniyar, Jan 12 (GNS): A major fire erupted in the upper region of the Naloosa forest area in Boniyar, resulting in the burning of several green trees. A video of the fire circulated widely on social media, causing panic among residents in nearby areas.
Locals talking to GNS, alleged that some miscreants deliberately set the forest on fire for personal gain, claiming such incidents have become a recurring issue. They urged authorities to identify and take strict action against those responsible.
Following the outbreak, a senior police officer told GNS that teams from the police and Forest Department immediately rushed to the site to contain the blaze. “The majority of the fire has been brought under control. However, in some upper areas, the fire is still active. There is no threat to residential localities,” he said.
The officer further that the police, forest officials, and fire service personnel continue to work at the site. “An investigation into the cause of the fire has been initiated,” he added. (GNS)
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