A large-scale of wildfire that broke out in the Sanis village area between Baghty and Bhandari in Wokha district was successfully contained on 25th March 2025.
The fire which was ascertained to have originated from a slash-and-burn Jhum field, quickly spread into the surrounding forest and damaged parts of rubber plantation owned by individuals in nearby areas.
Upon receiving reports of the wildfire in the afternoon, the District Disaster Management Authority (DDMA) Wokha and the District Administration immediately responded to assess the situation.
The District Administration Bhandari led by SDO Civil Bhandari, Arhomo Yanthan, NCS, and EAC Champang, Kilangtemsu NCS arrived at the scene and closely monitored the containment efforts.
SDPO Bhandari, R.Phillip Yanthan dispatched Police personnel from Bhandari, under DEF Wokha to assist the local manpower who have been engaged in controlling the threatening fire for several hours.
With the reinforcement of additional manpower, the fire threatening a high-tension electricity tower was brought under control, preventing further escalation. However, at around 1:45 AM, the fire reignited near the plantation farms. Vigilant volunteers managed to contain it before it could spread further. No casualties have been reported so far.
(APRO Bhandari)
