On December 14, the State Emergency Service reported a tragic incident in Kharkiv region: a resident of the Kupianskyi district died after an explosion of an explosive device. The incident occurred on the territory of the Shevchenkivska community, in the village of Myrne; a local resident, a man born in 1950, died in the woodland at the scene.
The type of explosive device has not yet been established. The State Emergency Service emphasizes that the region remains dangerous due to the large number of explosive devices. The rescuers urge citizens to limit visits to woodlands and fields, avoid touching suspicious items, and, if necessary, promptly contact the State Emergency Service or police.
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Source: Mezha News
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