On the evening of April 15th, a sudden wildfire broke out in Zhusha Village and Dangzhou Village in Maizuo Town, Yulin, Guangxi, rapidly spreading and at one point approaching residential homes.
According to a report by “The New Beijing News,” Chen Piquan, the secretary of the Communist Party branch in Zhusha Village, Maizuo Town, Yulin, stated that the fire spread from other villages to Zhusha Village, with flames coming close to the houses of residents in the village. It wasn’t until around 3 a.m. on the 16th that the fire was finally extinguished. Currently, residents closer to the fire site have been evacuated, while firefighting personnel are guarding and clearing the remaining embers within the town, with the cause of the fire under investigation.
A netizen from Guangxi posted a video, mentioning the drought and lack of rainfall in Guangxi that triggered the fire. Another netizen in the comments section of the video shared a photo stating, “One mountain is gone! This is our area.”
Another netizen posted a video, expressing that the wildfire near their home had been burning for two days and nights, growing increasingly intense with time.
The incident has raised concerns among local residents and authorities, highlighting the importance of wildfire prevention and management in the region. The impact of wildfires on communities and the environment underscores the need for proactive measures to address these challenges effectively.
Efforts to investigate the cause of the wildfire and to ensure the safety and well-being of residents in the affected villages are ongoing. Authorities are working diligently to contain the situation and prevent the further spread of wildfires in the area, emphasizing the significance of preparedness and swift action in handling such emergencies.