In the past day, twenty forest fires were brought under control in the Republic of Buryatia, according to the Republic Forestry Agency. The update reflects ongoing efforts to manage and extinguish fires across multiple districts and shows a continued focus on protecting people and property in the region.
The agency reported that extinguishing work occurred in Bauntovsky, Dzhidinsky, Yeravninsky, Zaigraevsky, Zakamensky, Kurumkansky, Mukhorshibirsky, Baikalsky, Tarbagataisky, Khorinsky and Tunkinsky districts. This spread of activity demonstrates a broad operational footprint, involving several local teams coordinating to halt the spread of flames and prevent new outbreaks as conditions evolve.
Of the twenty fires, the majority were attributed to human activity, with 13 incidents resulting from careless handling of fire. The remaining seven fires were sparked by embers or flames carried from other locations, underscoring the ongoing risk posed by wind, dry vegetation, and human factors in the forested landscapes.
As of the latest reports, nine fires have been completely extinguished, while 11 others remain under control or being actively suppressed, including zones with localized flare-ups that require monitoring and rapid response. The work continues with teams applying ground suppression, creating firebreaks where possible, and deploying aviation assets to support suppression efforts in challenging terrain.
Earlier in the region, a separate steppe fire measuring approximately four kilometers in length was contained in the Republic of Khakassia, illustrating that fire management remains a coordinated priority across adjacent territories with similar ecological conditions and weather patterns.
An official briefing indicated that there is no current threat to settlements or civilian populations, and authorities remain vigilant, ready to escalate suppression measures if conditions change. The continued emphasis is on rapid detection, accessible reporting channels for emergencies, and adherence to safety guidelines to minimize human-caused fires in forested and steppe zones. [source: Republic Forestry Agency]