A forest fire razed a portion of a mountain range at the scenic Solsona-Apayao road in Ilocos Norte province on Saturday, Feb. 25, authorities said on Sunday, Feb. 26.
It was also “aggravated by the existence of dried cogon grass and pine trees,” added BFP, adding that they tried to stop the fire from spreading to “the other side of the mountains.”
As per latest assessment on Sunday noon, the fire has been within “controlled level” but the area remains to be under monitoring by authorities due to lingering smoke, and that the strong northeast wind may trigger flames.On Sunday, Ilocos Norte Gov.
Solsona-Apayao road is a popular destination for its bike and hike trails, and to tourists for its scenic view of the mountain’s lush greenery.
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