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Ukrainian Red Cross provides aid to victims of Russian air strike on Kharkiv

The Ukrainian Red Cross Society (URCS) has provided assistance to those affected by the Russian army's overnight air attack on Kharkiv.

Ukrainian Red Cross provides aid to victims of Russian air strike on Kharkiv

The Ukrainian Red Cross Society (URCS) has stepped in to aid those impacted by a Russian air strike in Kharkiv. The URCS rapid response team collaborated with other emergency services at the scene of the attack. Volunteers scoured the neighborhood and affected structures to locate victims and provide them with immediate aid. The URCS reported on Facebook that they offered first aid, psychological support for acute stress reactions, and a support station at the site.

Damaged residents could receive temporary repairs, including OSB boards and tarpaulins, as well as hygiene and bedding kits, drinking water, and other necessities. At the URCS tent, individuals could receive hydration, refreshments, and psychological support. The State Emergency Service of Ukraine reported that the overnight attack on Kharkiv and its outskirts ignited three fires.

These fires damaged residential buildings, an educational facility, and a vehicle, resulting in four injuries. Firefighters swiftly extinguished the flames.

Written by urgent.news from Interfax-Ukraine's reporting — not their text. Machine-written — may contain errors; check the original before relying on it.

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