Murree forest fires continue to rage, burn 3 homes

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MURREE:

Forest fires are ravaging the forests of Murree and Galyat, with three homes reduced to ashes.

Countless trees, shrubs and wildlife in the forests are also being consumed by the flames. According to locals, the forests of the hilly areas are at greater risk.

If the Punjab and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa governments do not take the forest fires seriously, the future of these renowned tourist destinations could be at risk, they said.

The fire's smoke is visible in the daytime, with flames rising at night. The lives of animals, birds, and wildlife are also in danger.

In the village of Nambley Maira Cham in Galyat, two houses were destroyed by fire, while one home in the Mallot Sattian area of Murree district was also reduced to ashes.

Meanwhile, the Murree district administration, along with the TDCP, has organised a consultation meeting with the local community at the Patriata chairlift parking at 10am today.