Vladimir Leontyev, head of the Novokahovsky city district, said that at the moment the water level in the area of Nova Kakhovka has risen by 10 meters.
According to him, the rise of water in the Dnieper near Nova Kakhovka is predicted up to 72 hours. After this time has elapsed, it will be possible to begin to eliminate the consequences.
“The evacuation takes place in the settlements of Dnepryan, Korsunka and other territories. At the same time, the situation in Novaya Kakhovka is calm and controlled,» Leontiev added.