The Russian Ministry of Emergency Situations reported that the area of the natural fire in Crimea has grown to 75 hectares.
It is reported that the fire is observed in the south-eastern part of the region.
The Russian Emergencies Ministry explained that the fire spread quickly due to strong gusty winds, as reported by RIA Novosti .
It is emphasized that the wind speed averaged up to 20 meters per second. In hot, dry weather conditions, the situation turned out to be extreme.
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In addition, it is specified that in some places a transition to crown fires is observed.
There are currently six combat sections of rescue teams operating at the scene of the incident.
On average, more than 380 employees of the Russian Emergencies Ministry, as well as 150 units of special equipment, were involved in the fight against the spreading elements.
In particular, fire extinguishing is being carried out by two Mi-8 helicopters of the Ministry of Emergency Situations and one Mi-8 of the Russian National Guard.
