In the Dnipropetrovsk region, the compulsory evacuation of families with children from 23 settlements in the Synelnykivskyi district has begun. In total, more than 49,500 residents have already left the district. The evacuation covers the Shakhtarska, Dubovykivska and Bohynivska communities, where nearly 3,800 children are to be moved out of the danger zones within a month.
- The forced evacuation affected 23 settlements in the Synelnykivskyi district.
- The evacuation of adults is ongoing in seven communities in the district.
- Almost 3,800 children are due to leave the danger zones within a month.
- More than 49,500 people have already left the Synelnykivskyi district.
- Around 750 residents were evacuated from the Nikopol district.
The scale of the forced evacuation in the Dnipropetrovsk region
In the Synelnykivskyi District of the Dnipropetrovsk Oblast have begun the compulsory evacuation of families with children from 23 settlements. The evacuation affected the communities of Shakhtarsk, Dubovykivka and Bohynivka. The head of the regional military administration reported that nearly 3,800 children are to be evacuated from these areas within a month.
Apart from that, The evacuation is ongoing in a further seven communities in the district, where it is mainly adults who are leaving. In total, over 49,500 people have already left the Synelnykivskyi district. Around 750 residents have been evacuated from the Nikopol district.
Geographical context and security situation
The Synelnykivsky District is situated in the east of the Dnipropetrovsk Oblast and borders the Donetsk Oblast, which explains the heightened risk to local residents. The compulsory evacuation is intended to protect families from potential threats in the border areas.
Population displacement in the region is continuing due to the security situation, which remains tense. The evacuation is part of measures aimed at minimising risks to the civilian population.
Social implications and next steps
More than 49,500 people who have already left the Synelnykivskyi district are in need of support and organised accommodation. The evacuation of families with children poses additional challenges for the authorities in terms of providing housing, medical care and social services.
Compulsory evacuation is a temporary measure aimed at safeguarding the lives and health of the population. The regional authorities are coordinating with local communities to organise a safe evacuation and provide further assistance to those evacuated.
