Emergency mode due to the fire was put into 21 the village of Khakassia – Interfax

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Moscow. April 12th. INTERFAX.RU – Authorities Khakassia introduced in the country a state of emergency due to fires in 21 settlements, according to the General Directorate Ministry of Emergencies of the region.

“Because of the strong winds separate fires and burns vegetation turned into a disaster . Burning buildings in rural areas. All units Ministry of Emergency Situations of Russia and Republic forces are involved in the elimination of the elements “- the ministry said.

Several dozen home injured, according to the regional Emergencies Ministry in the 21st village in five areas of Khakassia – Ust-Abakan, Beysky, Bograd, Shira and Ordzhonikidze. Assess the damage caused by the fire, is not yet possible. Wind continues to rage, fire situation remains extremely difficult.

As noted in the MOE, social facilities were not affected.

Fire fighting organized in all the affected areas. To fight the fire, and brought experts and locals. According to the latest data, emergency response involving more than 400 people, more than 90 pieces of equipment, including 3 firefighters train. Capacity categories rescue forces continues.

The gale does not allow the use of helicopters Russian Emergencies Ministry. In readiness for operation of the helicopter are 2 and 3 aircraft. Also ready to assist Khakassia are fire brigade MOE, stationed on the territory of the neighboring region – the Krasnoyarsk Territory.

As a result of fires caused by uncontrolled Pal dry grass, in 16 localities affected 15 people, two of them serious condition. Burning more than 100 homes.