Jangalmahal Under Threat: Wildfires Rage in West Medinipur Due to Human Negligence

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News18•05-02-2026, 11:31
Jangalmahal Under Threat: Wildfires Rage in West Medinipur Due to Human Negligence
- •Devastating wildfires are sweeping through Jangalmahal, West Medinipur, fueled by dry Sal tree leaves and human carelessness.
- •Discarded cigarettes and other burning objects are igniting fires that rapidly consume hectares of forest land.
- •These fires destroy green forests, endanger wildlife habitats, and release toxic gases like carbon dioxide and carbon monoxide.
- •Environmentalists warn of increased air pollution and health risks, including respiratory problems and eye irritation.
- •Experts urge public awareness, caution against smoking in forests, and prompt reporting of fires to prevent further ecological damage.
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