The Oman Environment Agency (EA) issued a statement regarding the recent fire in the Starlight reserve in the Al Hajar Al Gharbi region of Jebel Shams. This fire, likely caused by lightning, has raised concerns about environmental impacts and local safety.
Immediate Measures to Control the Fire
The Oman Environment Agency, in close cooperation with the Royal Oman Police and the Civil Defense and Ambulance Organization, has been continuously monitoring the fire situation. Specialized teams were dispatched to the scene immediately after receiving the initial report and managed to control the fire and extinguish remaining hot spots.
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However, on Monday evening, a new fire broke out in a separate and larger area. Air units of the Royal Oman Police quickly initiated aerial firefighting operations, which are still ongoing, while field teams from the Environment Agency are monitoring the situation.
Environmental Monitoring and Assessments
The Oman Environment Agency has continued to monitor the responses and will conduct a comprehensive assessment after the fire is completely extinguished to ensure there are no active hot spots and to evaluate environmental impacts. These assessments will include implementing necessary measures to protect this area and its local vegetation.
This incident once again highlights the need to focus on the protection of natural resources and the environment, especially in vulnerable areas like Jebel Shams. The Oman Environment Agency, emphasizing collaboration with other entities, aims to maintain the ecological balance of the region and prevent similar incidents in the future.
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