In the regional Ministry of Emergencies, they told who is most often lost in the forest in search of mushrooms and berries

In the regional Ministry of Emergencies, they told who is most often lost in the autumn period – the peak of the collection of wild rings.

Most often, elderly people are lost in the forests. More than 70 % are pensioners. More often men, although women are no exception. The lost is distinguished by self -confidence. Citizens live in settlements near the forest (or have summer cottages) and believe that they will never get lost, because they have already been mushrooms or berries a thousand times.

So, on August 31, in the forests near the village of Olkhovka, Achinsky district, a 77-year-old woman was lost, she was found. And on August 24, a 89-year-old man was lost near the village of Lechkovo, Bolsovo district. He was also found.

How to prepare for the exit to the forest:

• Tell your friends where you went and the estimated time of return – suddenly there will be such a situation that you cannot call help yourself.
• Think about whether to take small children with you. In the case of an unforeseen situation, it will be much harder to transfer the lack of food and water, night cold or rain. Be responsible!
• It is important to have a fully charged mobile phone / smartphone and jabbka. The equipment must be put in the package to get wet.
• If you take any medications, then they must be taken with you, like a couple of bottles of water.

If you are already lost, then try not to panic. Stay in one place if nothing threatens your life. Try to contact rescuers by phone 112.