According to Karnataka Forest Department officials, the peak forest fire season begins on February 15, and the department is keeping a close watch on the vulnerability index of various forest patches in Karnataka.
Fire lines based on a fire resonation map are being created, fire watchers are being deployed, and awareness activities for communities living in and around the forest areas are also being taken up. The department is also keeping a close watch on the vulnerability index of various forest patches provided by the Forest Survey of India.