Key points
- On the night of 20 January, smog appeared on the left bank of Kyiv due to fires caused by shelling.
- Polluted air can pose a risk to people with respiratory and cardiovascular diseases.
- A headquarters for assisting victims has been opened in the Dnipro district.
- There is a network of drinking fountains in Kyiv, most of which can be connected to generators.
On the night of 20 January, enemy shelling caused fires on the left bank of Kyiv, resulting in smog over part of the capital. Air pollution was recorded in several residential areas, where residents reported reduced visibility and a strong smell of smoke.
Experts warn that increased concentrations of combustion products can adversely affect health. These include the risk of exacerbating asthma, chronic respiratory and cardiovascular diseases, especially for the elderly, children and people with chronic diagnoses.
A headquarters has been set up in the Dnipro district of Kyiv to help those affected by the attack. It is located at 18 Igor Shamo Boulevard. Residents of the district can call 093 952 17 48 and 099 001 54 35 for advice and support.
At the same time, the city authorities announced that water supply would be ensured in the emergency situation. The capital has a network of over 170 drinking water complexes, 154 of which have the technical capability to connect to generators. This allows access to drinking water to be maintained in the event of power outages.
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