The number of victims in Ternopil continues to grow

The Minister of Internal Affairs, Ihor Klymenko, reports on the consequences of the enemy strike.

He officially confirmed that two 9-story residential buildings in the city were damaged.

In one — a fire, in the other — destruction from the 3rd to the 9th floor. As of 10:00: 10 dead; 37 injured (12 of whom are children). Rescuers continue to evacuate people from blocked apartments. There are people under the rubble.

Igor Klymenko

Head of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Ukraine

He also drew attention to the fact that the Lviv, Ivano-Frankivsk, and Ternopil regions were under massive Russian attack.

As of now, about fifty rescuers and over a hundred pieces of equipment are working at 9 locations.

Ihor Klymenko also added that Inviolability Points, mobile kitchens, and tents have been deployed on the ground, where victims can write statements and seek help.

According to the minister, the police may restrict access to damaged facilities — please follow the established rules.

This is solely for the safety of people and the preservation of property, — Klymenko noted.