Firefighters from Kretinga received a distress call on March 5 about a man who had fallen and was unable to walk due to severe cold. The challenging weather conditions, marked by heavy snow, complicated rescue efforts, but the responders worked diligently to locate the victims. Upon reaching the vicinity of the forest, they spotted vehicles nearby, which helped them establish a possible location for the missing individuals.

After activating their sirens, the rescue team managed to approximate the victims' location in the woods. The team eventually succeeded in finding the three men, one of whom was severely frostbitten. The firefighters provided the necessary assistance to ensure the safety and health of all three individuals. The incident highlights the dangers posed by winter conditions and serves as a reminder of the importance of caution in snowy environments.

In addition to this rescue, the Fire and Rescue Department emphasized the statistical increase in casualties during the winter months related to fire incidents, urging the public to be more mindful and cautious. The cold weather not only presents risks of frostbite and hypothermia, as seen in this instance but also exacerbates fire dangers, making public awareness and prevention critical during these seasons.