08 Jul 2024 | 09:08 AM UTC
Ukraine: Emergency services respond to airstrikes in Kyiv July 8
Emergency services are responding to airstrikes in Kyiv, Ukraine, as of the morning of July 8; five people killed, 11 injured.
Emergency services are responding to the aftermath of airstrikes targeting several areas of Kyiv on the morning of July 8. Preliminary reports indicate that at least ten explosions occurred in the city, including in the Solomyanskyy, Holosiivskyy, Dniprovskyy, Darnitskyy, and Desnyanskyy districts. Local authorities report that at least five people have been killed and 11 injured; updated casualty figures are likely over the coming hours. Several residential and commercial buildings, including the Okhmatdyt Children's Hospital, were reportedly damaged.
Increased security is likely near the damaged areas as emergency services continue to respond to the strikes. Localized transport and road travel disruptions are likely near the affected areas, and further strikes might occur.
Avoid the impacted areas through July 8. Exercise extreme caution if operating in Ukraine. Download the Air Alert mobile application to receive an air-alert notification from the Civil Defense System in your chosen city or region of Ukraine. You should shelter in place if there is fighting or airstrikes in the area. Stay away from windows and exterior walls if officials report incoming rocket or artillery fire. Follow the instructions of local security personnel, especially when instructed to seek refuge in air-raid shelters. Maintain contact with diplomatic representations.
