Firebreak by park volunteers saving lives

Fri 21 Mar 14
Supporters & Media

“Today the situation of forest fires are getting worse. We can see the fire move forward quickly towards our direction. Our dog shelter is at the foothill and we must plan ahead to protect against the fire so that it cannot reach us. Thanks to all volunteer for your hard work to help us make the fire break.” – Lek

Volunteers help stop the fires — Stopping the fires.

Volunteers help combat the forest fires — Volunteers are crucial in helping us combat the forest fires

Every year the forests are burned to clear ground for agriculture

Firebreak volunteers — Setting up a firebreak to save the area is one of the volunteer tasks

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Thank You for Our Mention

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