IPOH: Around 10 hectares of forest near Kampung Raja in Cameron Highlands is currently in flames.
A Fire and Rescue Department spokesman said a distress call was received at 1.47pm today over the fire that occurred at KM45 of Jalan Simpang Pulai-Cameron Highlands.
"When we arrived, the fire had spread. Strong winds blowing at the area made our rescue operations difficult," he said, adding that the site was located 150m above sea level.
Seven Orang Asli, said the spokesman, also rendered their services during the operations.
"Communications in the area was poor making it difficult for us to get information on the rescue operations," said the spokesman.
He noted that firemen are still at the site to ensure the fire does not spread further.