When snow should be blanketing the mountains, fire is appearing instead. Uttarakhand, known for its snow-covered peaks and cold winters, is witnessing an unusual situation this season as dry conditions grip the state and forest fires are being reported even during winter. The snowless winter is not just an abnormal weather pattern but a serious environmental warning.
According to the India Meteorological Department, December recorded a 100 percent rainfall deficit. January has also seen no rainfall or snowfall so far.
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IMD Director CS Tomar said that although som
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