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Kamchatka-based rescue divers honed their skills during a training session at Lake Mikija.

Russian emergency responders from the Ministry of Emergency Situations honed their skills for intricate underwater operations in the Malaya Lagerna region and Lake Mikizha over a three-day training period.

Divers in Kamchatka underwent training at Lake Mikija
Divers in Kamchatka underwent training at Lake Mikija

Kamchatka-based rescue divers honed their skills during a training session at Lake Mikija.

Russian Dive Rescue Specialists Conduct Three-Day Training Drills

Russian dive rescue specialists from the Ministry of Emergency Situations (EMERCOM) recently participated in a three-day training exercise at Malaya Lagernaya and Lake Mikizha. The drills were an essential part of the rescuers' preparation for real-life emergencies, aimed at maintaining a high level of professionalism among diving rescue specialists.

The participants included divers from specialized fire and rescue units, search and rescue detachments of the Main Directorate of the MCHS for the Kamchatka Territory, and staff from the KGCU "TOD". Before starting the drills, all participants underwent mandatory medical examinations and checked the functionality of their equipment.

One of the key stages of the drills was practicing ice navigation skills on Lake Mikizha. Working under ice requires special preparation, precision, and team coordination. Divers cut several holes in the lake and had to navigate using a compass to find the other two exits.

These drills are crucial for ensuring the safety and effectiveness of underwater operations. They help rescuers practice response algorithms in extreme situations. The training conditions were designed to be as close to reality as possible.

Another important aspect of the drills was testing communication devices, a crucial element for ensuring safety during underwater operations. The goal of these exercises is to save lives and minimize disaster consequences.

The drill leader emphasized the importance of these training exercises, stating that they are conducted regularly to prepare for emergency situations. The drills involve practicing specific response algorithms for extreme situations.

During these exercises, rescuers also tested their ability to work effectively in a team, a vital skill in emergency situations. The training drills for Russia's MCHS diving rescue specialists at Malaya Lagernaya and Lake Mikizha have once again proven to be an effective way to prepare for potential emergencies.

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