77 natural fires occurred in Ukraine in 24 hours: SES urges to follow the rules, as 90% of them are caused by people's actions
Kyiv • UNN
Over the past 24 hours, 424 firefighters extinguished 77 fires in open areas covering 55.47 hectares. The SES calls for compliance with fire safety rules, as 90% of fires are caused by human negligence.
Over the past day, 77 fires were extinguished in Ukraine on open areas covering 55.47 hectares. The State Emergency Service calls for compliance with fire safety rules, as 90% of fires are caused by people's negligence, UNN reports.
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"Over the past day, 424 SES firefighters extinguished 77 fires in ecosystems over an area of 55.47 hectares," the SES said in a social media post.
It is stated that in addition to eliminating the consequences of hostile aggression on the territory of Ukraine and saving lives, emergency workers extinguish fires in open areas every day.
"In 90% of cases, they are caused by irresponsible and negligent actions of people. In hot weather, even a small spark can destroy large areas, spread to buildings, and threaten people's health and lives," the SES noted.
They urged everyone to follow fire safety rules.