At least 5 people died and 19 people were injured Odessa city in southwestern Ukraine strong storms affecting approximately 1,500 towns It is distributed to 17 regions across the country.
“Since this morning, I have been receiving reports about the situation in our regions affected by bad weather conditions. Nearly 1,500 towns in 17 regions were left without electricity. (…) Unfortunately, there are victims. The highest number was recorded in Odessa. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said in his speech on Monday night , “Five people died in the region. I offer my condolences to their families and friends. “At least 19 people were injured,” he said.
He also assured that national, regional and local authorities were working to restore electricity supply across the region and thanked both utility workers and volunteers for their work.
“The epicenter of the hurricane is moving towards the northern regions: We are ready to help wherever. Motorists on closed roads have also been reported to be assisted. I thank the volunteers who are helping people in the communities.” We want those who live alone to help the elderly,” added the Ukrainian president.