Number of casualties from attack on Zhytomyr rises to three, with 53 injured

RUSSIAS WAR AGAINST UKRAINE 20.08.2026 / author:
Number of casualties from attack on Zhytomyr rises to three, with 53 injured

In Zhytomyr, three people were killed and another 53 were injured as a result of a hostile attack. Fire suppression operations have been completed at the scene, and emergency recovery work is underway with the participation of rescue teams from other regions.

This is reported by the portal PromPolitInform, citing the Telegram channel of the State Emergency Service of Ukraine.

Specialized teams of high-altitude rescuers who arrived from Cherkasy and Rivne regions have been deployed to eliminate the consequences of the shelling. They are dismantling damaged structures and thoroughly inspecting the site.

To meet the needs of the victims and personnel, specialized assistance points have been set up at the location. The World Central Kitchen team provided meals for the emergency service personnel.

Rescuers continue to operate under constant threats

The debris clearance and restoration process continued throughout the entire night without interruption. However, the execution of tasks was significantly complicated by regular air raid alerts.

Photo: State Emergency Service of Ukraine

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