Goa firefighters tackle multiple grass fires, rescue animals

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Firefighters in Goa responded to multiple grass fires on Sunday, including incidents in Verna, Velsao, Mapusa, Bicholim, and Valpoi. The agriculture department will assess the damage, which is currently undetermined. In addition to fighting fires, emergency services rescued several animals, including cats and a dog from wells, a cat from an electricity pole, and a buffalo from a canal. Fire personnel also attended a fire in a private bus cabin in Borim, estimating a loss of Rs 5,000 but saving Rs 2 lakh. No injuries were reported, and a house fire near Mandrem was already extinguished by the family.


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