Kemerovo Region, Russia – In the Belovsky urban district, a fire broke out, scorching 2 hectares of dry vegetation. Firefighters from Russia’s Ministry of Emergency Situations rushed to extinguish the flames.

During the operation, they spotted a baby hare trapped in the fiery chaos. The team acted quickly, giving the little animal water to drink.

After ensuring its safety, the firefighters released the hare into a secure area away from the blaze. The rescue brought a moment of relief amid the intense firefighting efforts.

The fire started due to careless handling of an open flame, authorities reported. Investigations are underway to prevent future incidents.

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