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Two School Bus Fires Reported in Russia With No Injuries

Rapid firefighter response limited damage; investigations are underway.

Overview

  • Regional emergency services said separate blazes occurred in Froly, Perm Krai, and in Pokrovsk, Yakutia, on November 11.
  • In Froly, about 1,450 people left the nearby school before firefighters arrived, and no injuries were reported.
  • The Perm Krai fire was reported at 11:18 local time, localized at 11:37, and fully extinguished at 11:39 on roughly 10 square meters, with 10 personnel and two units deployed.
  • In Pokrovsk, a PAZ school bus caught fire at 7:46 a.m.; the engine compartment and cabin were damaged over about 6 square meters, and the bus was empty.
  • Officials from both regions said the causes, any responsibility, and the extent of damage are being determined.