Most Shelters in Ukraine Have Serious Problems: Results of the Ombudsman's Inspection
The issue of safety remains the most important for Ukrainians during the war. Recently, the Verkhovna Rada Commissioner for Human Rights, Dmytro Lubinets, reported on the results of a large-scale inspection of protective structures across the country. His findings turned out to be quite alarming for citizens.
According to the Ombudsman, the majority of the inspected shelters have significant shortcomings. This means that many premises intended to protect people from shelling are not ready for full use. Some of them are in poor technical condition or lack the necessary conditions for people to stay for extended periods.
Among the main problems, specialists cite the lack of ventilation, water, and electricity. There are also frequent cases where shelters remain closed during air raid alerts. This poses a direct threat to the lives of people seeking safety in critical moments.
Dmytro Lubinets emphasized that the right to safety is one of the basic human rights. He called on local authorities to immediately address these issues and rectify them. Every shelter must be accessible, clean, and equipped with everything necessary to protect the residents of cities and villages.
Currently, inspections are ongoing, and information about violations is being passed to the relevant authorities. Citizens are recommended to check the condition of the nearest shelters in their areas in advance. If a shelter is closed or unfit for use, this should be reported to emergency services or the police.