Sundarbans fire: Vigilant monitoring to continue for another two days

The Forest Department will continue monitoring fire-affected areas in Sundarbans for an additional two days as emerging smoke was detected in several locations on Monday after bringing the fire under control.

Mihir Kumar Doe, forest conservator of the Khulna region, said the fire that broke out on Saturday afternoon was brought under control, UNB reported.

He said they have mobilised 50 personnel to closely monitor the area.

According to bdnews24.com, water is being sprayed wherever plumes of smoke can be seen at Amarbuniain. Additional precautions are being taken to prevent further spread of the forest fire.

Meanwhile, a specialised three-member committee, formed by the Forest Department, has started works to ascertain the fire's cause and the full extent of environmental damage.

The committee will submit a detailed report with recommendations within ten working days.