Reasi, May 30, KNT: A fire broke out late at night in the hills between Bidda Morh and Pounsali road in Reasi district of Jammu and Kashmir, with flames spreading close to the roadside, raising concern among commuters and residents in the area.
The incident was part of a wider pattern of hill fires reported from multiple locations across Reasi district, indicating that more than one hillside was burning during the night.
The fire between Bidda Morh and Pounsali road appeared to intensify as flames moved down the slopes and reached near the roadside, making the blaze visible from adjoining areas.
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The spread of fire toward roads posed risks to movement and nearby vegetation. Reports indicated that similar fires were also visible at other locations in Reasi district, suggesting a broader outbreak of hill fires across the region.
There was no immediate information available regarding the cause of the fires, the extent of damage, or whether any firefighting teams had been deployed at the affected locations.
Further details were awaited. [KNT]
