In Obolon, a resident set up a private shelter in the basement of his building
In a building at 4 Sokalska Street in Kyiv’s Obolon District, one of the rooms in the public shelter—measuring 112 square meters—had been locked for a long time and was effectively being used by a single family.
After numerous complaints from residents and public outcry, the door to the room was opened. Behind it, officials discovered an additional emergency exit—which, in the event of a collapse, could have been the only escape route for people—as well as a switch for the ventilation system.
At the same time, problems remain in the shelter. The ventilation system needs to be inspected and adjusted, the sewer system is clogged, and damaged floor tiles pose a risk of injury.
Residents emphasize that the shelter is a public facility and must be accessible and safe for everyone in the building.
Source: Obolon District, Kyiv.
On the night of July 30, during a massive Russian missile attack, Kyiv residents complained that they were unable to reach the shelters at metro stations. According to eyewitnesses, some entrances were closed before the air raid siren sounded, and at certain stations, people were turned away due to overcrowding.
In Mykolaiv, plans are being made to organize the new school year with the security situation in mind. Due to constant Russian attacks, classes may be held entirely in shelters, with instruction taking place in two shifts, and the start of classes may be moved to 7:30 a.m.
