Mother and child injured in Russian attack on Kherson, houses catch fire

The Kherson Regional State Administration reports.

A fire broke out in a private house due to a Russian shell hit. Rescuers managed to pull a mother and child out of the fire. Their lives are currently not in danger. 

“The casualties were taken to the hospital. The 33-year-old woman was diagnosed with mine-blast and craniocerebral injuries, as well as contusion. Doctors provided her with the necessary assistance. She will undergo further treatment on an outpatient basis,” the Regional Military Administration said. 

Later, the Regional Military Administration clarified that the 11-year-old boy who came under Russian fire in the morning is under medical supervision. He has an explosive injury, contusion, and an acute stress reaction.

It also became known about another injured local resident.

“A 57-year-old woman sustained a mine-blast and scooped brain injuries and concussion. She is currently being provided with the necessary medical care,” the Regional Military Administration said.

• On February 5, Russian invaders attacked settlements in the Kherson region. A civilian was killed in a series of attacks, and at least 18 others were injured.