Oxana at the blast site assisting in the search-and-rescue efforts for more than 48 hours
@fire International Disaster Response Germany has more than 400 members and provides support during disasters anywhere around the world. The search-and-rescue Belgian Malinois dogs Shakti and Sheeva were trained in the organization.
“Our organization supports in tackling wildfires, explosions and earthquakes. Now some of our members are battling wildfires in Germany. Our organization provided support in the aftermath of the 2021 powerful explosion in Beirut as well,” Oxana said.
She once again praised the Armenian rescuers for their good work in such chaotic and difficult conditions.
Oxana and an Armenian rescuer inspecting the blast site after the search-and-rescue dog detected indication of a trapped person under the rubble
“The more time passes the less chances for finding anyone alive under the rubble, especially when there is fire and smoke. These were very difficult conditions. I am aware that there are questions in the society as to why the search and rescue operations aren’t proceeding faster. I can say the following, the work can’t be done any faster, this requires some time. These were very difficult conditions and the rescuers did an excellen...