Metropolitan firefighters are working to eliminate the fire of dead wood

On April 13, 2023, at 12-28 o'clock, the fire departments of the emergency Department of Astana left for the exit towards the International Airport.

Upon arrival, it was found that dead wood and reeds were burning on a preliminary area of 1 hectare. An operational headquarters, three combat areas of extinguishing with water and with the use of improvised means have been created on the spot.

As of 14.30h, the burning area of dead wood and reeds is about 3 hectares. Gorenje

At the moment, 40 personnel and 5 units of equipment of the Emergency Department of Astana and 4 PM (washing machines) of the Akimat of the city are working on the spot to eliminate the fire. There are no casualties. The cause of the fire will be determined.

Extinguishing a fire is complicated by the rapid spread of fire due to gusty winds and dry vegetation.

Dear citizens, due to the onset of a fire-hazardous period, cases of ignition of dry grass and reeds are becoming more frequent.

– be careful in handling any sources of open fire;

- while in nature, do not throw burning matches and cigarette butts, do not allow children to play with matches and with fire, do not use wads of smoldering materials on hunting, do not make bonfires and do not burn garbage near buildings.

- light a fire only on an area cleared to a layer of soil. When leaving the campsite, extinguish the fire with water or throw earth until gorenje and smoldering in the hearth completely cease. Do not leave glass containers and broken glass.

Compliance with basic fire safety rules will eliminate the possibility of a fire and will save your life and your property!