The Office of Civil Defense (OCD) reported Sunday that the recent grass fire in the mountainous area of Carasi, Ilocos Norte affected a total of 287
Rex EspirituThe Office of Civil Defense reported Sunday that the recent grass fire in the mountainous area of Carasi, Ilocos Norte affected a total of 287 hectares of land.
By noon the next day, the Bureau of Fire Protection Ilocos Norte declared the fire under control, officially extinguishing it by 2 p.m. However, operations continued to ensure safety in the area. The Carasi Municipal Police Station, along with the 1st and 2nd Philippine Marine Force Companies , provided additional security and support.
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