Local sources have reported a fire outbreak in a forested area near Ain Hamra village’s mountain in Tangier region. The flames are rapidly spreading within the forest, devouring significant portions of the dense vegetation.
The smoke generated by the fire is visible from a distance, permeating the forest cover. The fire originated in close proximity to a wind power station, sources told Hespress. Attempts are being made to control and contain the fire.
The firefighting Canadair aircraft have been deployed to assist ground teams in their efforts to surround the fire and extinguish the hotspots.
An investigation has been launched to determine the exact causes and circumstances of the incident.
The sources also revealed that the high temperatures and strong winds are intensifying the flames, posing challenges for the ground teams’ intervention. T
his situation raises concerns about the potential extensive damage to the dense forest cover. The rising thick smoke further hampers visibility. Authorities are expected to announce the scale of the losses in the coming hours.
Morocco’s forests are vulnerable to recurring fires and environmental crimes that inflict irreparable damage to their valuable resources. It takes a significant amount of time for these forests to regenerate. Each summer brings new fires, resulting in substantial losses to the forest cover.
In response to the ongoing situation, various voices have called upon the authorities to mobilize all available resources and maintain continuous efforts until the fire is successfully contained and extinguished.
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