Employees of the EMERCOM of Leningrad region for the day extinguished 10 fires and rescued 5 people from an accident

Over the past day, firefighters and rescuers of the Leningrad region eliminated 20 incidents. This was reported in the press service of the EMERCOM of the Leningrad region.

We managed to extinguish 10 fires. The operation involved 85 firefighters and 21 specialized vehicles. Measures were taken at the scene to reduce the possible consequences and support local residents.

The consequences of nine road accidents were eliminated. To eliminate the consequences involved 37 people and 9 units of equipment. As a result of the accidents injured 6 people, five of them were rescued. Unfortunately, one person died.

Search and rescue operations in the forest attracted four rescuers and one unit of equipment.

The Ministry of Emergencies of Russia urges: be careful on water bodies. Do not forget to monitor the condition of your vehicle. Make sure the fire detectors are working properly. Be sure to inform your loved ones about your itinerary and planned time of return, especially if you stay in the forest zone.