Shelling aftermath in Kyiv region is being eliminated for five days

Fire extinguished for fifth day in Kyiv region after Russian strike on enterprise

In the city Yagotyn, Boryspil district rescuers have already for the fifth day in a row are eliminating the consequences of the Russian shelling of an industrial enterprise.

SESU specialists work in difficult conditions, including significant destruction, damaged structures and a constant threat, and continue to extinguish the fire.

A complex response operation

Rescuers:

• metre by metre, shedding remains of destroyed buildings;

• liquidate hidden foci of combustion, The buildings are still under the rubble;

• cut and stretch metal structures heavy engineering equipment to get to the fire.

Due to the large number of destroyed metal elements, the work remains technically complex and time-consuming.

How many forces are involved

They are involved in the liquidation of the aftermath of the shelling:

• more than 50 rescuers;

• 12 units of equipment, In particular

  • three water carriers;

  • two tractors.

The operation is ongoing.

Context.

Russian attacks on industrial infrastructure of Ukraine regularly cause large-scale fires and destruction, which can take several days to extinguish.

The work of rescuers in frontline and rear regions remains critical for public safety and prevention of new threats.