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J&K: Massive fire breaks out in Rajwar forests in Handwara, firefighting ops underway

Teams from the Forest Department and Fire & Emergency Services rushed to the spot and launched a joint firefighting operation, officials said

08:32 AM Dec 10, 2025 IST | ANI

Teams from the Forest Department and Fire & Emergency Services rushed to the spot and launched a joint firefighting operation, officials said

J&K: Massive fire breaks out in Rajwar forests in Handwara, firefighting ops underway---File Representational Photo

Handwara, Dec 10: A massive fire broke out in the forests of Compartment 69, Rajwar, Handwara, during the night of December 9-10, according to official reports.

The operation to douse the flames was led by the Forest Protection Force (FPF).

Teams from the Forest Department and Fire & Emergency Services rushed to the spot and launched a joint firefighting operation, they added.

Further details are awaited. (ANI)