Heavy Rains Cause At Least 10 Deaths, Widespread Flooding in Odessa, Ukraine
Heavy Rains Cause At Least 10 Deaths, Widespread Flooding in Odessa, Ukraine

Heavy Rains Cause At Least 10 Deaths, Widespread Flooding in Odessa, Ukraine

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Heavy rains and flooding in the southern Ukrainian city of Odessa have resulted in the deaths of at least nine people, including an 8-year-old girl, with multiple victims found in flooded basements and streets. Rescue operations involved over 500 personnel and extensive equipment, saving 362 individuals and evacuating 227 vehicles amid widespread water damage. Odessa's mayor highlighted that the city experienced a month's worth of rainfall in just seven hours, overwhelming the drainage systems and causing severe infrastructure strain. The State Emergency Service and regional authorities continue pumping water and assessing the disaster's aftermath, with many residents still without electricity. The extreme weather has compounded the ongoing challenges faced by Ukraine amid conflict and regional instability. Authorities warn of potential further bad weather, urging vigilance among residents.

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