Hoang Lien National Park fire controlled
A fire in Hoang Lien National Park in Lao Cai province has been brought under control.
A fire in Hoang Lien National Park in the northern mountainous
province of Lao Cai was brought under control on Mar. 6 afternoon,
after four days of effort from forest rangers and locals.
Most firefighters have left the forest, though some remain to monitor the situation.
Also on Mar. 6, a new fire broke out in O Quy Ho area, in Sapa town, however forest rangers and locals were able to put it out the same day. It is estimated that 13-15 hectares were burnt and an investigation into the cause of the fire is underway.-VNA
Most firefighters have left the forest, though some remain to monitor the situation.
Also on Mar. 6, a new fire broke out in O Quy Ho area, in Sapa town, however forest rangers and locals were able to put it out the same day. It is estimated that 13-15 hectares were burnt and an investigation into the cause of the fire is underway.-VNA
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