Chernihiv region is once again under the sights of Russian attacks: over the past day, there have been reports of destruction of homes, cars and civilian injuries. Operational services are working on the ground to help the victims.
Consequences of shelling in Chernihiv region
Over the past day, Russian troops carried out a series of attacks in Chernihiv region. Koryukivka and Chernihiv districts and the regional centre suffered the most damage. As a result of shelling in Koryukivka district, residential buildings and a car caught fire in two communities, and two local residents born in 1974 and 2001 were injured. Both were hospitalised, their condition is being checked.
Fires and damage in Chernihiv
In Chernihiv, two cars caught fire as a result of the shelling. A two-storey building was also damaged. Local rescuers quickly arrived at the scene, extinguished the fires and provided the necessary assistance to the residents. The city authorities are urging residents to be careful and follow safety rules during air raid alerts.
Losses in the Chernihiv region
The territory of the Ripkyne community and the town of Horodnya were hit. Private residential buildings and an unused shop building were damaged. According to preliminary data, there were no casualties among the local population in these settlements, but the material damage was significant.
All locations were staffed by units SESThey extinguished fires, removed rubble and helped people affected by shelling. The regional authorities emphasise the importance of maintaining security and reporting suspicious objects or situations in a timely manner.
Why it matters
Attacks on Chernihiv region proves once again that the danger to civilians remains high, even in regions relatively distant from the frontline. The injured residents and destroyed homes are a direct result of Russia's ongoing aggression. The work of the rescue services helps to minimise losses, but the threat to the lives and health of citizens remains acute. Chernihiv Oblast continues to live in constant danger, and the situation requires maximum attention from the authorities and the public.
