Missile strike on Poltava: over 400 people involved in debris removal, 18 buildings damaged

Missile strike on Poltava: over 400 people involved in debris removal, 18 buildings damaged

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Over 400 municipal workers, city government employees, and enterprise personnel have been deployed to clear debris and mitigate the consequences of a Russian missile strike on Poltava.

This was reported on Telegram by acting mayor of Poltava, Kateryna Yamshchykova, according to Ukrinform.

"Over 400 employees from municipal services, enterprises, and city government institutions are involved in the emergency response efforts. A total of 19 municipal vehicles and specialized equipment have been deployed," Yamshchykova stated.

By 11:00, heating had been fully restored in all buildings of the district affected by the missile strike.

The city council's operational headquarters is actively working, along with a reception and heating center providing psychological assistance to those affected.

According to Yamshchykova, the missile attack damaged 18 residential buildings and a kindergarten.

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Earlier reports confirmed that a Russian missile strike on a residential building in Poltava early on February 1 killed three people and injured ten others, including a child.

Additionally, Russian forces targeted Poltava’s energy infrastructure, causing further damage.

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