Traditionally, solemn religious events are held on this day, attended by a large number of people. Believers gather in churches and visit cemeteries. For this reason, during Easter events, employees of the Lepel District Department for Emergency Situations will strengthen security control at religious sites.
Fire prevention work will be carried out at places of worship, during which special attention will be paid to religious buildings with low fire resistance, the condition of heating systems, compliance with fire safety rules when using open flames, the availability of communication means, and personnel's knowledge of emergency procedures.
Directly during the Easter events, duty officers from emergency services and units will be organised at religious sites.
Safety Rules for Visiting Places of Worship
— During religious events, keep candles and flammable items away from people's clothing. If a person's clothing catches fire, extinguish the flame as quickly as possible. Try to remove the burning clothing from the victim. If this is not possible, extinguish it with water or cover the person with a thick blanket. Apply a bandage of gauze or clean cloth to the affected areas. In case of extensive burns, wrap the victim in a clean sheet and urgently call an ambulance;
— If your clothes catch fire, under no circumstances panic or run, as this will make the flames spread faster. To extinguish the fire, fall to the ground and roll. Try to quickly remove your burning clothes. After the fire is extinguished, seek immediate medical attention;
— When you return home from church, place lit candles in non-combustible holders away from flammable objects.
Safety Rules for Visiting Cemeteries
— Do not throw burning matches or cigarette butts;
— Do not burn dry grass near bushes, trees, or wooden structures;
— Do not carry out uncontrolled burning of rubbish or light fires;
— To prevent the spread of fire, clear the territory of rubbish and dry grass;
— Do not leave bottles or shards of glass in sunlit areas.