Last night, Odesa was hit by a powerful rocket attack that caused large-scale fires and widespread destruction. A child was among the dead and ten other people were injured. Rescue operations are ongoing and people may still be trapped under the rubble.
Enemy attack on Odesa: details of the tragedy
At night, Odesa was the target of a massive rocket attack that resulted in numerous hits to residential areas. The shelling killed three people, including one child. Ten people were injured, including another child. Fires engulfed several districts of the city, damaging buildings and cars.
Rescuers and psychologists work at the site
The SES, together with the dog training service, continue rescue operations as people may be trapped under the rubble. Firefighters have extinguished all large-scale fires and rescued four people, including one child. Psychologists from the State Emergency Service and the National Police are working at the scene to help the victims and their families.
Operational headquarters and resilience centre
The State Emergency Service and the city council have set up an operational headquarters and a resilience centre to support residents. Local residents are receiving the necessary assistance, and rescue services are working in an enhanced mode. The situation remains tense but under control.
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