About 175,000 square kilometers of potentially dangerous mined territories remain in Ukraine. This is 30% of the total area of the state. This was reported by the State Emergency Service in November 2022.
With awareness of mine safety, today we are fighting the consequences of the war unleashed by russia. After all, before the retreat, russians leave insidious mine traps in children’s toys, household items, in the grass, etc.
Abandoned mines, ammunition, unexploded and exploded shells are dangerous. From injuries, tragic events and discrimination in society to psychological pressure. Because the residents of the community live in fear of running into a mine trap.
The most important advice from Mr. Vitaly is not to approach or touch unfamiliar objects. It is better to call the emergency services immediately. Everyone should take this as a rule.
By the way, Vitaly Kucherenko is the founder of the company for humanitarian demining of de-occupied territories. He is one of the winners of the UVF competition program #VARTO. With the winnings, Vitaliy will purchase modern means of searching for explosive objects, personal protection, navigation and office equipment with software, which in turn will ensure high-quality survey and demining of territories.
It is predicted that demining of Ukraine after the war will last 150 years. Perhaps, thanks to the owners of such companies as Vitaly, it will be possible to shorten the period of cleaning the country from the consequences of russia’s stay.
In any case, be careful and remember mine safety.
