The number of victims of the Russian missile strike on a five-story building in Poltava on the night of February 1 has increased. Seven people died as a result of the attack.
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- The Russian missile strike on a five-story building in Poltava resulted in the death of 7 people, including 3 children.
- Rescuers from the State Emergency Service of Ukraine managed to save 22 people from the partially destroyed house in Poltava, with extensive efforts involving over 460 rescuers and almost 100 pieces of equipment.
- Psychologists from the State Emergency Service and the National Police provided assistance to 114 people to help them cope with the traumatic experience and shock from the tragic event.
- A three-day mourning period has been declared in the Poltava region for the victims of the attack, with corresponding orders for flags to be flown at half-mast and restrictions imposed on entertainment events.
- The Russian occupiers launched a missile strike on Poltava on February 1, leading to casualties, injuries, and the tragic loss of lives, prompting a mourning period and heightened security measures in the region.
7 people killed in Poltava as a result of a Russian strike
This is reported by the Poltava OVA.
The death toll in Poltava has increased to seven people. 14 people were injured, including three children.
SES fighters rescued 22 people from a partially destroyed house in Poltava.
More than 460 rescuers, security forces, and municipal workers, as well as almost 100 pieces of equipment, are working at the site of the missile strike.
As reported by the Minister of Internal Affairs Ihor Klymenko, dog handlers of the State Emergency Service with trained search dogs were involved.
Psychologists from the State Emergency Service and the National Police provided assistance to 114 people, notes the Poltava OVA.
Russian strike on a house in Poltava
On February 1, Russian occupiers launched a missile strike on Poltava. An enemy missile hit a five-story building, destroying one entrance. As reported, there were casualties and injuries, including children, as a result of the attack.
A three-day mourning period has been declared in the Poltava region for those killed in the enemy attack on Poltava. The corresponding order was signed by the acting head of the OVA, Volodymyr Kohut. The mourning period will be declared from February 2 to 4.
During these days, the flag of Ukraine with a black ribbon will be flown at half-mast on the buildings of state authorities, local governments, enterprises, institutions, and organizations.
Restrictions have been imposed on holding entertainment and concert events, sports competitions, and the playing of entertainment music in public places and on transport. Television and radio stations must make appropriate changes to their broadcasting schedules.
