Hats off to this quick thinking tractor driver who spotted a vehicle burning in the middle of a a busy intersection in Osinniki, Russia and dumped a bucket full of snow on the flames. A fire squad showed up minutes later and fully extinguished fire out but the heavy machine operator may well have averted an explosion. Well played.

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Francis Xavier is a seasoned writer for Unofficial Networks, bringing a lifetime of outdoor experience to his work. Having lived in a ski resort town for years he has a deep connection to mountain culture....