Synchronized swimmer Maria Shurochkina, sister of singer Nyusha, is recovering after a recent fire in her Moscow apartment. The incident, caused by a bio-fireplace, resulted in the athlete sustaining burns and being hospitalized. Initially, Shurochkina, 31, was reported to be in critical condition, even with skin loss on her head and neck, but the situation has now stabilized.

Maria's vital organs were not affected. She remains in the intensive care unit of the Sklifosovsky Research Institute with second- and third-degree burns, but her condition is stable. Due to the intense blaze and flash of flammable liquid for the bio-fireplace, there was a risk to her lungs, but no problems were detected. Shurochkina managed to escape the apartment in time and did not inhale carbon monoxide. The athlete's life is currently not in danger.

Earlier, on November 9, Nyusha commented on her relative's condition on social media, thanking everyone for their support. "Masha is currently in intensive care. Her head and face were not affected, but she has body burns. Her condition is now stable. Our family is very grateful for your support," the artist wrote.

Maria Shurochkina is a two-time Olympic champion in synchronized swimming. Last year, she participated with her sister in the show "Treasures of the Emperors." At that time, Maria said: "I am grateful for every person who is in my life, for everyone I met on my path, even for just one minute, for every experience, even if not the most pleasant, for every emotion, from joy to anger, I am sincerely grateful for everything, absolutely everything! With each new step, I discover myself and this world with curiosity and awe. And the path we walked with my sister will remind us how important it is to cherish, love, humble ourselves, accept."

Numerous internet users are concerned for Maria, hoping for her speedy recovery and return to an active life. "Strong health to you and a quick recovery. We are all eagerly awaiting good news!"; "Mashulya, get well! Hold on, bunny," commentators write on the athlete's social media page.