Mandatory evacuation announced in Zaporizhzhia region

Mandatory evacuation of children announced in five settlements of Zaporizhzhia region

Ukraine has announced Mandatory evacuation of children with their parents or legal representatives from five settlements in Zaporizhzhya Oblast. This was reported by Oleksiy Kuleba, commenting on the decision of the Evacuation Coordination Centre.

Solution details

According to Kuleba, the evacuation concerns 40 children from 26 families in two communities. The following locations have already been identified for their reception and temporary accommodation Cherkasy region, where places for accommodation and assistance are prepared.

Why the evacuation was ordered

Oleksiy Kuleba stressed that the decision was difficult but necessary. In the context of constant shelling and threats to the lives of civilians evacuation remains the only responsible step to protect children.

How the evacuation will take place

The process is organised:

• Ministry of Social Policy

• Ministry of Internal Affairs

• local authorities and specialised services

The government promises clear coordination of actions, safe routes and full support for families at all stages of evacuation - from departure to accommodation.

Context.

Zaporizhzhia region is regularly subjected to Russian shelling, which poses a constant threat to civilians, including children. The Ukrainian authorities have repeatedly emphasised that Evacuation of families from the frontline areas is a priority of the state security policy.