In the forests of the Sakha Republic, where a special fire regime has been in force since June 26, more than 1.5 thousand people are fighting the fire. But it seems that this is not enough: the group is getting stronger. Additional hands were needed from professionals prepared for prolonged physical exertion and experienced in fighting fires in extreme conditions. Hard-to-reach areas burn and they must be put out mainly by hand with backpacks. There is enough heavy equipment, but it cannot be transported to remote locations.
According to meteorologists, the heat wave will also “cover” the scorching northeastern regions. Avialesookhrana specialists have prepared a preliminary forecast of emergency risks from forest fires for July. Due to the hot and dry climate, the average indicators of long-term fire danger can be exceeded in all regions of the federal districts. Only Jewish Autonomy is missing from the “risky” list.
