Due to Fires, Many Wild Animals Have Left Their Natural Habitat and May Approach Communities or Residential Areas

The Minister of Environment, Hambardzum Matevosyan, has visited the Tavush region to assess the aftermath of the recent fires in the Dilijan National Park and surrounding areas. This information has been provided by a statement released by the ministry.

Together with representatives from the RA Eco-Protective Service, the Ministry of Emergency Situations' Rescue Service, and local government officials, the minister has reviewed the situation and attempted to evaluate the impact of the fires on the environment.

Minister Matevosyan expressed his gratitude to all personnel involved in firefighting efforts for their responsible and dedicated work. He urged them to be vigilant and to ensure that fire safety regulations are observed by citizens, as well as to respond strictly to any violations of these rules.

The minister also instructed those responsible for managing specially protected nature areas to strengthen awareness and educational efforts among the population in order to enhance the effectiveness of preventive measures. He noted, “In addition to the utmost necessity of adhering to fire safety regulations, we are faced with another significant issue: due to forest fires, many wild animals have left their natural habitat and may approach communities or residential areas.”

It has been emphasized that in such situations, immediate contact with the relevant authorities is essential to ensure the safety of both humans and animals. The minister also visited the operational response headquarters established for firefighting efforts. Solutions to the registered issues will be provided as quickly as possible.