The President demanded to raise the effectiveness of fire prevention methods in the heatwave conditions. The abnormal heat and lack of rain have led to extreme fire conditions in the country.
Alexander Lukashenko pointed out that all services - from the Emergencies Ministry, army and local authorities - should be operating in a high alert regime. Forests, peat bogs and agricultural facilities, including the fields involved in the harvesting campaign, should be taken under control.
Alexander Lukashenko pointed out that all services - from the Emergencies Ministry, army and local authorities - should be operating in a high alert regime. Forests, peat bogs and agricultural facilities, including the fields involved in the harvesting campaign, should be taken under control.
The meeting also featured a teleconference, with governors of all regions of the country reporting on the current situation and fire prevention measures.
