Wildfire causes power outage in Azerbaijan's Khachmaz

As a result of a fire in Khachmaz district, the high-voltage power line passing through the area was broken.

Report's northern bureau informs that this caused the power outage in the city of Khachmaz and surrounding villages.

Actions are being taken to extinguish the fire.

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The Khachmaz-Khudat road has been closed due to the wildfire near the village of Mushkur in the Khachmaz region.

Report's northern bureau informs that temporary checkpoints have been installed on the section passing along the Gandob-Yalama road, and vehicles are being redirected to alternative roads.

Strong wind provokes the emergence of new fires, in connection with which preventive measures are taken.

Employees of a nearby recreation center and gas station have been evacuated.

Firefighting activities are currently underway.