A significant forest fire that ignited in the Dera Ismail Khan area of the Suleman Range on Tuesday night has rapidly spread to the neighboring Sherani district in Balochistan. Local authorities are mobilizing resources to contain the flames, which have already consumed a large area of pine forest.
Immediate Response
The Sherani district administration quickly deployed firefighters and officials from the forest department to combat the fire. However, strong winds have complicated their efforts. A senior official from the district reported that they are receiving assistance from the Frontier Corps and local levies to manage the situation.
- Fire Origin: Dera Ismail Khan, Suleman Range
- Current Location: Sherani district, Balochistan
- Assistance: Frontier Corps, local levies, and forest department officials
Past Incidents
This current blaze is reminiscent of the devastating fire in 2022 that destroyed hundreds of pine trees in the same mountain range, resulting in millions of rupees in losses. During that incident, extensive firefighting efforts were ultimately aided by the Iranian government, which sent an aerial firefighting aircraft to help control the situation.
Community Impact
The fire poses a serious threat not only to the local ecosystem but also to the livelihoods of residents dependent on the forest. Continued firefighting efforts are critical to preventing further damage.
