A sprawling cajuput forest within Tram Chim National Park, located in Tam Nong district, Dong Thap province, is currently ablaze, emitting billows of smoke reaching hundreds of meters into the sky.
Smoke rising from the fire engulfing Tram Chim National Park. Photo: E.X
On June 11, authorities in Dong Thap province mobilized efforts to combat a fire raging within the confines of Tram Chim National Park.
Initial reports indicate that the fire ignited at approximately noon in area A1 of the cajuput forest, resulting in a towering column of smoke that significantly reduced visibility along the provincial road, necessitating the halting of traffic.
Emergency response teams, comprising the fire police, military, and local personnel, have been activated to combat the blaze, deploying water pumps in a concerted effort to quell the inferno.
A representative of the Tam Nong District Police reported: "The fire has spread across the cajuput forest, dry grasslands, and sections of fruit tree plantations. The exact extent of the affected area is yet to be determined, and our forces are actively coordinating efforts to contain and extinguish the fire."
Phu Duc Commune officials reported the mobilization of hundreds of individuals to assist in firefighting operations. Rescue teams are employing water resources to suppress and isolate the fire, curbing its spread and protecting surrounding habitats.
Tram Chim National Park, spanning nearly 7,500 hectares, was designated as Vietnam's 4th Ramsar site in 2012, underscoring its significance in conserving rare flora and fauna, both nationally and globally. The park serves as a sanctuary for various endangered species, notably the red-crowned crane.
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