🚨 Hey amigos, we've got some breaking news coming in from Southwest China! A huge forest fire has broken out in Zhaotong City, located in Yunnan Province, early this morning. 🌲🔥
Local authorities report that the fire started in Lianfeng Township and has already spread across an area of around 200 mu—which is about 13.3 hectares or roughly 33 acres for those keeping score at home! 😱 The blaze has a fire line stretching over 500 meters. That's like five football fields end to end! 🏈📏
Over 500 brave souls have been mobilized to tackle the flames and bring the situation under control. 🧑🚒👩🚒 Firefighters and volunteers are working tirelessly, and rescue efforts are still underway as we speak. Let's hope they get things under control soon! 🙏
We'll keep you updated as more information becomes available. Stay safe out there! ✌️
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Forest fire breaks out in SW China's Yunnan, rescue underway
cgtn.com
