Similipal Forest Fire
A fire which started in the Similipal biosphere reserve area in February was brought under control in March.
- The Similipal forest reserve area frequently witnesses forest fires during dry weather conditions.
- Forest fire is the uncontrolled fire that destroys the biodiversity and the ecology of large parts of the forest. It is a threat to the fauna and flora and endangers biodiversity by destroying habitats and precious life.
- Forest fire leads to deterioration of forest, degradation of soil, air pollution as well as lowering of carbon sequestration capacity in turn adding to global warming.
- According to Indian State of Forest report 21.40% ....
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