YEREVAN. – A rescuer who was injured in a fire in the forests of Lori province is in critical condition, Health Ministry said.

Edgar Grigoryan, 28, sustained burns, he is in extremely critical condition, spokesperson for the ministry Lilit Babakhanyan told Armenian News-NEWS.am.

According to earlier reports, two rescuers received burns during the fire in Lori province. One of them has passed away.

Emergency Situations Minister Feliks Tsolakyan arrived at the scene.