Assam: Massive Wildfire Engulfs Jiadhal Forest in Dhemaji

GUWAHATI: In a dramatic turn of events on Sunday, the tranquility of Dhemaji was disrupted as a massive wildfire wreaked havoc in the Jiadhal forest area. Local residents recounted their experience, with one individual sharing, "When several fire tenders and official vehicles rushed towards the disaster, we instinctively followed, only to be met with the sight of a sky reddened by towering flames."

Initial reports from Dhemaji indicated that the fire originated in the Jiadhal forest area, swiftly spreading and engulfing a significant portion of the wooded expanse. Despite the prompt response from fire department officials, the exact cause of the wildfire remained elusive in the initial stages of the incident.

The unfolding catastrophe occurred in the late evening, with speculation suggesting that the fire emanated from a nearby tea garden before rapidly advancing into the adjacent forest. A local eyewitness described the moment of realization, stating, "Initially, we assumed it was a minor fire at someone's residence. However, as we approached, the magnitude became apparent, with the reddened sky signaling the intensity of the flames."

As the firefighting operations unfolded, several kilometers of precious forest land fell victim to the relentless inferno, leaving a trail of destruction in its wake. At one point, a fire truck found itself momentarily trapped in the encroaching flames within the dense forest. Miraculously, it emerged unscathed, eventually joining the coordinated efforts to quell the blaze.

The arduous task of dousing the flames extended over a prolonged period, requiring determined efforts from multiple fire tenders. Ultimately, the combined forces of firefighting units successfully brought the situation under control, extinguishing the wildfire that had threatened the region.

Amidst the aftermath, an investigative process has been initiated to uncover the root cause of the devastating inferno. Further details are anticipated to emerge as authorities delve into the incident, shedding light on the circumstances that led to this catastrophic event in Dhemaji.

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