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Fire Episodes in Klias Peninsula |
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The peat swamp forest ecosystems in Klias Peninsula are hanging in balance. They are sensitive to slight changes in the hydrology, ecology and other human actions. The most damaging is the forest fires.
The causes of the forest fires are numerous and inter-related. Either they are human-induced -- due to the farmers' deliberate efforts to clear their adjoining farmlands by open-burning; accidental trespassings; arson flushing of wild animals -- or by the sheer power of the elements of nature, the results to the forests are devastating. |
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Fire is a constant threat to the survival of peat swamp ecosystem. |
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Do we have a choice?
Yes, we do...
and there are plenty of action plans to deal..
Firstly, know where the fire-prone areas are (and the elements impacting on the issues).
Second, detect early.
Thirdly, mobilise.
Fourth, contain spread.
Monitor and Continue awareness campaign....
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SPOT imagery of April 1998 Fires of Binsulok (northern Klias Peninsula) sweeping through extensive area of peat swamp forests (courtesy: NUS) |
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Aerial view of March 2003 Fires of Binsulok (northern Klias Peninsula) recurring in areas previously burnt in 1998 (Photo credit: MHJ) |
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