For violations of the rules of a special fire regime in Crimea, more than 700 people were fined

Already 704 people have been brought to administrative responsibility for violations of safety rules during the operation of a special fire regime— said in the message.

Rescuers clarified that of them 581 are citizens, 108 are officials and 15 — legal entities.

The Ministry of Emergencies reminded that from May 1, on the territory of the entire peninsula, it was installed A special fire regime.

During this period, bonfires and fire hazardous work using open fire in forests, natural ecosystems and the surrounding areas are strictly prohibited. For violation liability is providedup to the criminal.

In addition, in the Crimea extended Forest Prohibition from August 6. On the 21st calendar day, a restriction of the stay of citizens in the forests, the entry of vehicles and carrying out all types of work, with the exception of work related to the timber guard, was introduced.

source: RIA Novosti Crimea