Nine dead, one missing: Zelensky orders inquiry after Odesa tragedy

Nine dead, one missing: Zelensky orders inquiry after Odesa tragedy

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Following a severe rainstorm and flooding in Odesa that claimed the lives of at least nine people, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky instructed Deputy Prime Minister Oleksii Kuleba to carry out an inspection.

The head of state announced this on Telegram, according to Ukrinform.

"Today, Deputy Prime Minister Oleksii Kuleba reported on the situation in the city and on clarifying the circumstances behind a tragedy of this scale. I instructed him to conduct a full review of operations in Odesa and of all the facts that preceded the tragedy and could have led to such grave consequences. This Friday, I expect a detailed report," Zelensky said.

Read also: Severe weather in Odesa: family of five among the dead

He noted that in recent days, nine people in Odesa have died as a result of the natural disaster, including a child.

"My condolences to their families and loved ones. Information is being verified regarding another person whose fate remains unknown. Ukraine's State Emergency Service and the National Police are engaged in the rescue operation and recovery work," Zelensky wrote.

First photo: Office of the President of Ukraine

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