In the first half of the year, employees of the Ministry of Emergency Situations of the Vitebsk region rescued 137 people from fires

July 23, Vitebsk /Olga Bogacheva - BELTA/. In January-June of this year, employees of the Ministry of Emergency Situations of the Vitebsk region rescued 137 people from fires and saved property worth about Br8 billion, the Vitebsk Regional Department of the Ministry of Emergency Situations informed a BELTA correspondent. Over the past six months, through their prompt and professional actions, they also prevented the destruction of 1,354 buildings, 464 head of livestock, 47 tons of fodder, and 78 units of various equipment. At the same time, 96 people and 26 animals died in fires during this period, 287 buildings, 64 tons of fodder, and 37 units of equipment were destroyed. The damage caused amounted to Br6.3 billion. In January-June, 823 fires were registered. To prevent fires and accidents, Ministry of Emergency Situations employees constantly conduct raids on the homes of dysfunctional families, large families, and lonely elderly citizens living alone. Extensive information and educational work is organized in children's and youth groups. In the summer, during long holidays, performances and thematic meetings are held with teenagers in camps. On the eve of Fire Service Day on July 24, rescuers of the Vitebsk region will celebrate their professional holiday. On this day, at a ceremonial meeting in the regional center, the best employees will be awarded honorary diplomas and badges of distinction. Amateur creative groups will perform a festive concert for them. -0-