"At least two (heavy. - RT ), they are in the intensive care unit at the central regional hospital," he said.

According to Dolgov, the condition of four more patients is assessed as moderate.

Previously, the number of victims due to fires in Transbaikalia increased to 17. Natural fires occurred in the territory of 14 settlements.

On April 19, an emergency situation was introduced on the territory of the Trans-Baikal Territory.

According to the EMERCOM of Russia, 152 buildings, including 98 residential buildings, were damaged due to wildfires in the region.