In Rivne, the Ukrainian Red Cross emergency response team and first responders conducted a training exercise

The programme took place at night to simulate the challenging conditions of emergency response. Volunteers from the Rivne regional branch of the Ukrainian Red Cross, first responders from the State Emergency Service of Ukraine in the Rivne region, and representatives from the Rivne City Council participated in the exercise.

The primary aim of the training was to establish cooperation among first responders, volunteers, and emergency services during a complete blackout while also addressing citizens’ needs for food and water.