Bhubaneswar, April 2 -- As wildfire continues to devour the Similipal National Park in Mayurbhanj district of Odisha, many wild animals have reportedly been heading towards human habitation in search of food, water and shelter.

As per reports, some deer sneaked into Nihangandi village under Thakurmunda forest range after they were chased by street dogs.

While all the deer from the herd managed to run back to the Similipal forest, one of them entered into a house to save its life. Subsequently, the villagers informed the Forest officials following which the animal was rescued from the village.

Few days back, an injured bear had barged into Purunapani village under Karanjia forest division of the district triggering panic among the local...