Today, Russian troops shelled the residential sector of the village of Yampil in Sumy region. There were no casualties as a result of the attack, but fires broke out, which were quickly contained by rescuers. During the work, two dogs were found under the rubble, which remained unharmed.
Russian attack on Yampil: details of the incident
On the morning of 29 April, the Russian military shelled Yampil in Sumy region. The fire was directed at the residential sector of the village, resulting in several local fires. According to local services, fortunately, there were no casualties among the residents.
According to the State Emergency Service of Ukraine, In the course of the shelling, the State Emergency Service specialists found two dogs under the rubble. The animals were not injured and are now safe. A community rescue officer was working at the scene to coordinate the actions of the units and assist in the evacuation.
Rescuers' work and safety measures
While extinguishing the fire, the rescuers had to temporarily stop work due to the threat of repeated shelling. The SES specialists moved to a safe place, following the safety protocol. This helped to avoid additional casualties among the personnel and local residents.
After the threat level was reduced, the rescue units returned to extinguishing the fires. All fires have been completely extinguished. Local authorities and services are urging residents to remain alert and follow safety instructions during air raid alerts.
Animal detection and rescue
Particular attention was paid to searching for possible victims, including pets, during the rubble removal. This is how the rescuers found two dogs under the rubble. Both animals were not injured and were promptly handed over to their owners or temporarily placed in a safe place.
The coordinated actions of the rescuers helped save the lives of not only people but also animals, which often fall victim to shelling along with the residents of the houses. Local residents expressed their gratitude to the SES for their professionalism and responsiveness.
Why it matters
Shelling of residential areas in the Sumy region once again underline the danger faced by civilians in the border regions of Ukraine. Despite regular threats, rescuers and local authorities are doing everything possible to minimise the consequences of attacks and protect people and animals.
The actions of the State Emergency Service in Yampol are an example of the rapid interaction of services in emergency situations. Timely response helps to avoid casualties and quickly eliminate the consequences of enemy shelling. This underscores the importance of supporting rescue units and observing security measures during military operations.
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