Three people died in fires in Transbaikalia during the day

The number of fires has increased in the residential sector of the Trans-Baikal Territory against the background of the onset of cold weather. Three people died in fires during the day.

The first fire occurred in the SNT "Signal" at night. Gorenje's burning area in a private house was 30 square meters. m. During the extinguishing, the body of a 55-year-old man was found, writes IA ChitaMedia.

Another fire occurred in the morning on Kastrinskaya Street in Chita. Gorenje's burning area was 40 square meters. m. During the extinguishing, the bodies of two men were found. According to preliminary data, the cause of the fire was a short circuit.

Since the beginning of 2025, 56 residents of Transbaikalia have become victims of fires. 38 people suffered burns and carbon monoxide poisoning. In most cases, fires occur as a result of carelessness when smoking, as well as when violating fire safety rules during the operation of electrical wiring.

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