Forests in Cà Mau at high risk of fire
CÀ MAU — More than 四 三, 五00ha of forest in the southern province of Cà Mau is at high risk of fire due to prolonged hot weather, according to the provincial forest management, agricultural and rural development departments.
More than 一 四, 三00ha of forest is at the fifth warning level – the highest.
The areas facing the most danger are the U Minh Hạ Forest and Hòn Khoai Island.
More than 八, 五00ha of natural indigo forest in the U Minh Hạ National Park has been put under strict protection.
Provincial organisations warned that the dry season this year will last until May with severe hot weather, so the risk will increase.
At present, the water level in canals is about 0. 五-0. 八m lower than the same period in previous years, so it is forecast that several will soon run dry, making it difficult to extinguish fires.
Forest management organisations have developed plans to restore water, give training on fire prevention and control to local forces, and educate to local residents on preventive measures.
So far, the province has built 八 四 dams, prepared 一00 pumping machines and 四 八,000m of pipelines for extinguishing fires. More than 一, 五00 people are ready to help battle the blazes. — VNS
