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Forest fires cost over Nu 500 million in timber losses in five months

Apr 26, 2025 3 mins read
Forest fires cost over Nu 500 million in timber losses in five months

Forest fires in the country have resulted in an estimated Nu 520 million worth loss in timber over a five-month period spanning from November 2024 to March 25, 2025, according to a preliminary assessment by the Department of Forests and Park Services (DoFPS).

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