A day of mourning was declared in Mykolaiv following a fatal traffic accident
July 5 was declared a day of mourning in Mykolaiv following a fatal accident on the Odesa–Melitopol–Novoazovsk highway. Twelve people were killed in the accident, including employees of the municipal utility “Mykolaivelektrotrans” and their family members.
As a sign of mourning, national flags will be flown at half-mast on the city’s administrative buildings on Sunday. City authorities also announced that they are providing assistance to the families of the deceased and the injured.
July 5 was declared a day of mourning in Mykolaiv for those killed in a major traffic accident that occurred the previous day on the Odesa–Melitopol–Novoazovsk highway. According to official reports, the accident claimed the lives of 12 people. Among the victims were employees of the municipal utility “Mykolaivelektrotrans,” who were traveling with their families on vacation.
“The Mykolaiv City Council expresses its sincere condolences to the families and loved ones of those who died in the horrific traffic accident that occurred today on the highway near Mykolaiv,” the statement reads. The city council noted that, in light of the tragedy, July 5 has been declared a day of mourning in the city.
On Sunday, the Ukrainian national flag will be flown at half-mast on all administrative buildings in Mykolaiv. “In light of the tragedy, July 5 has been declared a day of mourning in Mykolaiv,” the city council reported.
Local authorities also assured that the families of the deceased and those injured will receive the necessary assistance and support. As a reminder, the fatal accident occurred on the Odesa–Melitopol–Novoazovsk highway near Mykolaiv. Law enforcement agencies are investigating the circumstances of the accident. According to the latest data, 12 people were killed in the accident, as reported by the Mykolaiv City Council.
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