Kenyan wildfire, destroying 2,500 hectares, contained; cause under investigation.

A wildfire in Cherab and Garbatulla sub-counties of Isiolo, Kenya, which began on January 17, has been contained after destroying about 2,500 hectares of forest. The government warns against reckless fire-lighting, with investigations underway to determine the cause, potentially linked to herders or honey harvesters. Authorities are supporting affected livestock farmers by facilitating restocking and securing pasture.

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