President of Ukraine

President visits evacuation point for victims of Kakhovka hydroelectric power plant destruction in Kherson

8 June 2023 - 11:56

President visits evacuation point for victims of Kakhovka hydroelectric power plant destruction in Kherson

During a working trip to Kherson region, President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy visited the evacuation point for residents affected by the flooding caused by the blasting of the Kakhovka hydroelectric power plant.

The evacuation point is set up at a medical facility in Kherson. Here, people can undergo examination and receive appropriate treatment. The Head of State was informed that citizens are provided with food.

The President talked to people and asked about their health conditions.

"You are going through a difficult time. We will help you and rebuild everything that needs to be restored. I thank you and wish you good health," the Head of State said.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy emphasized the importance of solving the problems faced by the hospital and expressed gratitude to the staff of the medical institution.

"I want to thank you all for the important work you do even under fire. You are heroic people," the President emphasized.

In Kherson, the Head of State also visited one of the points of evacuation from the flooded territories. The President examined the equipment used for evacuation measures and observed the work of rescuers and volunteers.