A fierce forest fire erupted in Baizi Village, Ganzi Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture (Sichuan Province), sparking a race against time to contain the flames 🌲🚒. Over 700 firefighters and emergency crews worked tirelessly through Saturday, supported by seven helicopters, as winds intensified the inferno. Nearly 400 additional responders are en route to reinforce efforts.
Local authorities evacuated 735 residents and activated a level-4 emergency response. Thick smoke blankets the area, but no casualties have been reported. A nearby photovoltaic power station remains safe, though communication with a hydroelectric facility is down. A section of highway has also been closed as a precaution 🚧.
While the cause remains unclear, the incident highlights growing climate challenges in mountainous regions. Stay tuned for updates 📢.
