Ruscists shelled fire station in Zaporizhzhia region, injuring 12 rescuers, one in critical condition. PHOTOS (updated)
Russian occupiers attacked a fire and rescue unit in one of the frontline settlements of Zaporizhzhia region.
This was reported by the press service of the State Emergency Service, Censor.NET informs.
"Despite the fact that the personnel were in a shelter, 4 rescuers were injured, another 8 are being examined and are being provided with all the necessary medical and psychological assistance. As a result of the direct hit, the building of the unit and fire trucks were severely damaged," the statement said.
As the injured were being evacuated to the stabilisation station, Russian troops opened fire again. Two fire trucks carrying the injured and all the personnel of the unit came under fire.
Updated information
Later, Fedorov reported that the number of injured rose to 12.
"Eight more rescuers affected by today’s enemy attack have sought medical help. All of them have been hospitalized.
There are currently 12 rescuers in the hospital, one of them in critical condition. The others are in moderate condition.
They are receiving all the necessary medical assistance," he clarified.
