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Russian helicopters to aid flood-stricken Serbia

Moscow, Russia - The Serbian government has declared a state of emergency

Two Russian multipurpose Ka-32 helicopters have been sent by Moscow to the city of Nis, southern Serbia, in order to increase humanitarian aid for recently flood-hit Balkan country. Last week, Moscow sent 10 lifeboats and other equipment together with 72 rescuers who have already helped evacuate more than 2000 people, including 604 children. "Ka-32 crews which have a huge working experience in emergency...

AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency - 1160263
Rome, Italy, 05/19/2014 18:21
AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency

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