Doda District Faces Crisis: Forest Fires Ignite Health Concerns

Doda district in Jammu and Kashmir has issued an advisory urging mask-wearing due to thick smoke from ongoing forest fires in Bhaderwah Valley. Prolonged dry weather has intensified the fires, causing breathing difficulties for locals and urging calls for immediate intervention to mitigate the situation.

The Doda district administration has issued an urgent advisory recommending residents to wear masks after massive forest fires engulfed Jammu and Kashmir's Bhaderwah Valley with smoke, creating widespread panic.

Frequent forest fires over the past month, aggravated by dry weather, have led to dense smoke blanketing Bhaderwah Valley. As a result, many residents report breathing difficulties, demanding immediate preventative measures.

Local authorities, including Additional Deputy Commissioner Sunil Kumar, advise the public to stay indoors or use masks for protection. The Forest Department and Fire Services are on high alert, working tirelessly to contain the fires.

(With inputs from agencies.)