The operational control centre of the Lepel District Department for Emergency Situations received a report from a citizen residing at: 5, Zapolye village, Staïsky Village Council, stating that dry vegetation was on fire and thick smoke was visible. There was a threat of fire spreading to the nearby forest, as well as to a residential house and outbuildings. There was one casualty with burns sustained while extinguishing the dry vegetation.

Fortunately, this was a legend, according to which the district services were conducting tactical special exercises.

No complacency or unnecessary chatter – everything was done with maximum speed, clarity, and seriousness. Just like in real life!

As noted by the First Deputy Head of the Lepel District Department for Emergency Situations, Aleksey Girz, the exercises were conducted at a high level, and the services performed excellently.