BEIJING, April 7 (Xinhuanet) -- A forest fire in Laoshan District, in Qingdao city in east China’s Shandong Province has been brought under control after burning for hours. More than 1700 firefighters were dispatched to the fire after it broke out on Saturday.
Two helicopters have also been dispatched to the scene. Officials say the fire started after several people burned paper in the forest to celebrate Tomb-Sweeping Day on Saturday. The dry weather helped spread the braze and made it difficult for firefighters to put out quickly.
So far no injuries have been reported and people living near the blaze have been moved to safer ground. Five suspects have been detained. Relevant authorities have warned residents not to burn paper in forested areas.
(Source: CNTV.cn)
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