Public warned against dangers of veld fires

Hertta-Maria Amutenja The Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism has warned farmers, property owners and the general public to take the necessary precautions to minimize the risk of veld fires during the dry winter season. Romeo Muyunda, the ministry’s spokesperson said the country is currently in its fire season which has been observed in the past to cause massive damage to the environment, properties and people. The dry season stretches between April and September. He added that since the start of the fire season, almost half a million hectares of grazing have already been destroyed by veld fires. “The fire…