Russia destroys rehabilitation centre for children with disabilities in Kremenchuk – photos

The Kolibri specialised children's centre, which cared for the socialisation and rehabilitation of children with disabilities, was completely destroyed as a result of an evening attack by Russian strike drones on Kremenchuk on 8 November.

Source: Anna Andriienko, founder of Kolibri and head of the Inclusion Without Limits NGO; local online news outlet Poltavshchyna; Vitalii Diakivnych, Head of Poltava Oblast Military Administration

Details: Anna Andriienko said that there were no military personnel on the premises.

The premises of the children's centre and three apartments were damaged as a result of a direct hit by a Russian drone and the subsequent fire.

The fire completely destroyed classrooms, remedial rooms, educational materials and specialised rehabilitation equipment.

The facility had functioned for nine years, providing assistance to children with special educational needs – from early intervention to preparation for inclusive education in schools.

In addition to the children's centre, Russian strikes damaged other civilian infrastructure in the city. Diakivnych said hits were recorded on a multi-storey residential building and a hotel building.

As of late evening on 8 November, the number of people injured as a result of the Russian attack had risen to seven people. Among those injured is a 16-year-old teenager, who was taken to hospital with severe injuries.

During rescue operations and firefighting efforts, State Emergency Service units rescued 15 local residents.

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