High-rise building may collapse in Odesa after Russian strike: evacuation is in progress

Consequences of the drone attack on Odesa, photos: Odesa City Council

A 16-storey building in the Kyivskyi district of Odesa has been severely damaged. Due to a Russian drone strike, the upper floors were severely damaged, and there is now a risk that the building may collapse.

According to the Odesa City Council, rescuers are evacuating residents to avoid endangering them.

An operational headquarters is operating near the building to help with temporary accommodation. Emergency structures are being removed and special supports are being prepared to strengthen the building.

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The area around the building has been fenced off, and local residents are being asked not to get too close.

According to the city authorities, 56 apartments and nearly 700 windows were damaged. In Khadzhibeiskyi district, drones damaged a dozen private houses, one of which was completely destroyed. An elderly couple was killed in a three-storey house.

Four of the victims are currently in hospitals, while 11 others are receiving medical care at home.

Consequences of the drone attack on Odesa, photo: Odesa City Council

Consequences of the drone attack on Odesa, photo: Odesa City Council

Consequences of the drone attack on Odesa, photo: Odesa City Council

Consequences of the drone attack on Odesa, photo: Odesa City Council

Consequences of the drone attack on Odesa, photo: Odesa City Council

As a reminder, on 30 April, Russian troops also shelled Mykolaiv region. A private house and a multi-storey building were damaged. Also, in the Mishkovo-Pohorilove community, warehouses were damaged as a result of shelling.