Cemeteries will be checked for explosive devices before Easter in Mykolaiv

This week, cemeteries in Mykolaiv will be checked for explosive devices.

This was announced during an open staff meeting on Monday, 2 March, by the mayor's adviser, Oleksandr Herasymenia, according to NikVesti.

In total, according to him, during the inspection of Mykolaiv, 29 areas with explosive devices were found, both in public places and on the territory of enterprises.

«Based on the results of the survey of the city for explosive substances, 29 areas were identified that require further demining. They are located both in public places and on the territory of enterprises. All areas are marked, so, taking advantage of the presence of the media, I would like to ask residents not to damage the markings in the form of signs and not to enter these areas,» said Oleksandr Herasymenia.

During the survey of Mykolaiv, 29 areas were identified that need to be demined. Illustrative photo from open sources

According to him, work is currently underway at the Mishkovske cemetery, and the survey of all cemeteries in the city is planned to be completed by Easter.

«In addition, given that the holidays are coming soon and residents will be visiting cemeteries, intensive measures are being taken this week to survey cemeteries for the presence of explosive substances. Work is currently underway at the Mishkovske cemetery, and by Easter, they plan to complete the inspection of all cemeteries to ensure the safety of residents during the holidays,» added Oleksandr Herasymenia.

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