The head of the Federal Forest Service, Rosleskhoz, stated that authorities anticipate all significant wildfires in the Sverdlovsk region will be brought under control within the next two to three days. This update was shared via a video message released by the agency’s official telegraph channel. Rosleskhoz emphasized that the relief workers are actively monitoring the situation and coordinating efforts on the ground.
According to the Rosleskhoz briefing, the regional fire situation is stabilizing and the most dangerous fires are largely contained. Yet officials warned that the dry air and absence of rain continue to hinder firefighting operations, reducing natural suppression and extending the window for intervention. This weather pattern means crews must maintain heightened vigilance and sustain suppression measures as winds and temperature can shift quickly.
Officials reiterated, we expect all major fires in the area to be localized and eliminated in two to three days, said the Rosleskhoz leadership. The forecast underscores a period of intensive activity by emergency responders as they consolidate containment and monitor for rekindling in previously burned zones.
Earlier reports indicated a substantial expansion of the burn area in Sverdlovsk, with the affected region growing from 33,000 hectares to around 54,100 hectares. The response involves a robust multi-agency effort: nearly 4,807 firefighters are actively engaged, with air support from Be-200 and Il-76 aircraft and Mi-8 helicopters deployed to reach hot spots and flank the fires from above. In addition, approximately six thousand volunteers are joining the frontline teams to support containment and protection measures. For observers seeking visual context, photo reports from regional media offer on-site imagery and situational snapshots that illustrate how the fire lines and containment lines have evolved over time (Image credits: regional photo agencies).
The Sverdlovsk firefighting operation reflects a coordinated national response, combining ground crews, aerial suppression, and volunteer manpower to safeguard communities, infrastructure, and natural resources. As conditions evolve, authorities will continue to provide situational updates and practical guidance for residents and visitors in the area. The focus remains on rapid assessment of hot spots, effective use of resources, and ongoing risk mitigation to prevent further spread. For those monitoring the event from afar, the situation appears to be moving toward a stable plateau, with ongoing vigilance essential to sustaining fire suppression gains.