Forest fires: Himachal Pradesh

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The year-wise occurrence of fires

2024 (till mid June)

1,826% rise in forest fires in state this year

There is no let-up in forest fires in Himachal Pradesh, as 2,004 blazes have already been recorded in what has become one of the worst summers for forests and wildlife across the state, reports Rohit Mullick. The fires have so far destroyed 22,466 hectares of land and caused an estimated loss of Rs 7.6 crore besides harming and unsettling wildlife. Compared to last year when only 104 forest fires were recorded during summer, the rise this year is 1,826%. According to forest department data, Dharamshala has recorded the most fires at 478, followed by Mandi with 328 fires, Hamirpur 243, Nahan 234, Solan 192, Chamba 144 and Shimla 143.

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Forest fires: India