The Forest Department will continue monitoring fire-affected areas in Sundarbans for an additional two days as emerging smoke was detected in several locations on Monday after bringing the fire under control. Mihir Kumar Doe, forest conservator of the Khulna region, said the fire that broke out on Saturday afternoon was brought under control, UNB reported. According to bdnews24.com, water is being sprayed wherever plumes of smoke can be seen at Amarbuniain. Meanwhile, a specialised three-member committee, formed by the Forest Department, has started works to ascertain the fire's cause and the full extent of environmental damage. The committee will submit a detailed report with recommendations within ten working days.

Source: bd News24 May 06, 2024 21:22 UTC