Shelled Kyiv on January 9
In the night of January 9, Kyiv suffered a massive combined shelling by missiles and drones. As a result of this attack, residential buildings and infrastructure facilities were damaged. Unfortunately, four people died, and another 19 were injured, most of whom were hospitalized. Kyiv Mayor Vitaliy Klitschko confirmed the information about the deaths of four people at 04:40.
Consequences of the shelling
The shelling led to significant destruction in the capital. As a result, the city of Slavutych in Kyiv region found itself in a state of complete blackout. Rescue services are working at the scene, providing assistance to the victims.
For those in need of help, several headquarters have been opened in the Dnipro District:
- 20 Krakovska Street (Art Lyceum 'Zmina')
- 17 Panteleymona Kulisha Street (Entrance 2)
- 17 Sobornosti Avenue
In the Darnytskyi District, assistance headquarters are also operating at:
- 16-A Mykola Bazhan Avenue
- 6-A Drahomanova Street
The 24-hour hotline of the Darnytsia District State Administration for inquiries is (068) 147-32-06.
This shelling is part of the growing tension in the region and indicates the continuation of aggressive actions that could have serious consequences for the civilian population.
The authorities and rescue services are actively responding to the situation, providing assistance to the victims and organizing the work of headquarters to support residents. Such events emphasize the importance of local authorities' readiness for emergency situations and the need to ensure the safety of the population.