UN calls Kahovka: Situation may get worse

UN spokesman Stephane Dujarric conveyed the current developments on the issue at the daily press conference. Noting that people’s access to basic services is difficult and that health problems can arise due to flooding after the dam hit, Dujarric said: “One of our main concerns is access to water. Thousands of people depend on the Kahovka dam for drinking water and the water level is falling very quickly.” saying.

Dujarric stated that the UN is working tirelessly to deliver emergency aid to the affected people and that humanitarian organizations are assisting in the evacuation and resettlement of those in the Kherson region.

Stating that teams from UN organizations and non-governmental organizations are conducting investigations in the field, Dujarric said: “Water levels continue to rise, inundating more towns and cities. The situation could get worse.” saying.

WHITE HOUSE STATEMENT

White House spokeswoman Karine Jean-Pierre answered questions from reporters at the daily news briefing.

Stating that they continue to assess developments regarding the collapse of the Kahovka dam in Ukraine, Jean-Pierre stated that they are in contact with the Ukrainians.

WHAT HAPPENED?

Yesterday it was announced that the Russian-controlled Kahovka dam and hydroelectric power station was hit by bombs in the Kherson region of southern Ukraine.

It was announced that the region is facing a major environmental disaster due to flooding. Ukraine and Russia made statements blaming each other for the dam hit. (AA)