Nepal, Feb. 11 -- A wildfire that has been raging in the forests of Timang, located in ward 1 of Chame Rural Municipality of Manang since February 1 remains out of control, despite the relentless efforts of the Nepal Army, Nepal Police, Armed Police Force, Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP), forest officials and locals.

Chief District Officer Matrika Acharya stated that while there was a brief period when the fire appeared under control, it has since intensified again. "The wildfire is still raging after 10 days since it started. Security personnel, forest employees, and local volunteers have been working day and night to contain the flames braving smoky conditions and high winds," he said.

The fire is spreading in the region lo...