Ninety-seven Ukrainian rescuers killed since full-scale invasion

That’s according to the SES press officer, eksandr Khorunzhyi, who spoke with Ukrinform.

"Ninety-seven rescuers died, 395 were injured," he said.

As reported, Ukraine marks Rescuer's Day today, September 17.

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Rescuer's Day is a professional hiday not only for employees of all emergency and rescue services, firefighters, other special units, it is also celebrated by those who have contributed to the elimination of the consequences of man-made and natural emergencies, protection of pele’s lives and health.

Photo: SES