A unique underwater special operation in freezing conditions down to –15 °C was conducted by divers of the State Emergency Service of Ukraine.
As a result of Russian shelling, one of the capital’s thermal power plants suffered flooding due to a damaged pipe. This significantly complicated the repair of equipment upon which the heat and electricity supply for the homes of thousands of people depends.
Without hesitation, in icy water and under extreme conditions, our divers began work to eliminate the damage. The special operation lasted 6 days. The water leak was stopped, allowing services to continue restoration work.
I express my sincere gratitude to the SES divers for their professionalism!
I thank the President of Ukraine for the high state recognition of their work. According to the Decree:
• Artem Orlov, Denys Frolov, and Mykhailo Khyzhnyak were awarded the Order “For Courage” III degree;
• Andrii Vlasenko was awarded the Order of Danylo Halytskyi;
• Anton Haitan was awarded the medal “For the Defender of the Motherland.”
This is an example of the responsibility and courage that hold the country together in the most difficult conditions.
🆘 Thank you to the personnel of the State Emergency Service for your service and dedication to the people.
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