Doctors are hospitalizing the victims.
Shevchenko Park in Kyiv (illustrative photo)
Today, July 30, a tree fell in Taras Shevchenko Park in Kyiv as a result of gusts of wind.
The press service of the Kyiv City State Administration reported this.
Four people were injured by the falling tree. Doctors are hospitalizing them.
The tree is being cleared by rescuers from the KARS “Kiev Rescue Service”.
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The Kyiv City State Administration noted that all utility services are on site.
During strong winds, Kyiv residents and guests of the capital were urged to:
- stay away from billboards, power lines, large trees, and do not park vehicles near them;
- close windows tightly;
- remove objects from balconies and loggias that could fall out.
It is also advisable to refrain from walking in green areas.
In case of falling trees or branches, call the emergency dispatch service of “Kievzelenstroy” at 0442724018. If falling trees or branches threaten life, contact rescuers: 101 or 0444303713 (CARS phone).