Severe Flooding Kills Nine In Odesa Ukraine Amid Ongoing War

A severe rainstorm in Odesa, Ukraine, caused nearly two months' worth of rainfall in just seven hours, leading to deadly flooding that killed at least nine people, including a child, and trapped residents in their homes, including a family of five in a basement. Emergency services have rescued over 360 people, evacuated those trapped by floods, removed submerged vehicles, and pumped water from buildings throughout the city and surrounding regions. Odesa's mayor, Gennadiy Trukhanov, described the situation as difficult but under control, noting that no storm drainage system could handle such an unprecedented volume of water. The flooding severely impacted homes and infrastructure, with ongoing efforts to provide aid and clear affected areas. This natural disaster adds to the challenges Ukraine faces amid ongoing Russian military attacks, which continue to inflict casualties and damage in other regions such as Kherson and Kharkiv. Authorities have warned of more bad weather ahead and urged residents to adhere to safety measures to mitigate further risks.