On the night of 17 May, Sumy was targeted by drone strikes. The attack damaged residential buildings, transport and a shopping centre. Rescuers responded quickly to the aftermath of the shelling.
Situation in Sumy after the night attack
On the night of 16-17 May, Sumy suffered another attack by Russian attack UAVs. By. information rescuers, the State Emergency Service worked at four locations at once: they examined the impact sites, helped the affected residents and recorded the extent of the damage.
Consequences of shelling: homes and businesses under attack
As a result of the night attack, windows in multi-storey residential buildings were smashed in different parts of the city. Civilian cars parked near the sites of the attacks were also damaged.
In addition, one of the shopping centres was also damaged, creating additional risks for local businesses and residents. In a number of cases, rescuers had to work to eliminate fires and ensure fire safety.
Rescuers' actions and assistance to citizens
Immediately after the shelling, SES rescuers began inspecting the area, providing assistance to local residents affected by the blast wave and recording the damage. According to the SES, the main focus was on ensuring safety at the sites of the hits, especially in multi-storey buildings and near civilian infrastructure.
Why it matters
Attacks on Sumy once again demonstrate the targeting of civilian infrastructure and residential areas by Russian shelling. Damage to housing, transport and business facilities creates additional challenges for local authorities and rescue services. Residents of the city are forced to face the consequences of the war once again, and rescuers are working in an intensified mode to minimise damage and help the victims.
