What did the fire and rescue service do in chernobyl?

In Chernobyl, the fire and rescue service responded immediately to the nuclear disaster that occurred on April 26, 1986. Firefighters arrived on the scene to extinguish the flames and contain the fire at the reactor, unaware of the severe radiation exposure they faced. Many of them suffered from acute radiation sickness due to their efforts to manage the situation, and some ultimately lost their lives as a result of their exposure. Their bravery played a crucial role in preventing a more catastrophic release of radioactive materials.