In a vast expanse of about 4,300 hectares in Russia, a single day saw 52 forest fires brought under control across the country. Reports from TASS, citing the press service of the Federal Forestry Fire Reserve, confirm this impressive daily effort and underscore the scale of ongoing firefighting operations.
Currently, several active fronts remain. In Chukotka, six fires burn across roughly 20,336 hectares, while Yakutia reports fires affecting about 3,231 hectares. The Irkutsk region lists ten active fires on 259 hectares, and Krasnoyarsk Territory has eight fires spanning 75 hectares. Additional outbreaks have been recorded in Tuva, Primorye, and the Khabarovsk Territory as part of a broader regional challenge this season.
A coordinated response continues with 1,713 specialists deployed to battle the blazes. The response fleet includes 216 pieces of equipment and 52 aerial assets actively supporting ground crews. An additional 107 aircraft remain on standby for monitoring and rapid deployment as conditions change.
News also confirms that a significant forest fire in Sakhalin, in the Okha district, has been fully extinguished. Authorities are conducting assessments to determine the damage to the forest fund and to identify the causes and responsible parties behind any breaches of safety or ignition that may have contributed to the outbreak.
From June 8 onward, measures have been strengthened to enforce fire safety in forested areas. Penalties for violations by citizens have been increased to deter risky behavior and protect forest resources. The authorities emphasize that strict enforcement will continue as a key part of preserving forests against preventable fires.
Earlier communications from Rosleskhoz proposed adding criminal liability for individuals who repeatedly threaten forest safety through careless actions or deliberate ignition. The aim is to create a stronger deterrent and ensure swift accountability for those who endanger natural treasures and nearby communities by ignoring safety rules.