Civilian Survival During Enemy Shelling

Over 12,000 drones and 600 missiles have been launched by russia against Ukraine since the beginning of summer 2025.
At least 232 civilians have been killed, and over 1,343 wounded, according to UN data.
These numbers are not just statistics — they are human lives. So it is worth being prepared to act —
for your own survival and the survival of others.

Servicewoman of the «Khartiya» Brigade Yuliia Paievska (Taira) presents at Khartiya-Hub
a compilation of tips and practical tools for civilian survival during enemy
attacks. It is based on established facts and personal experience.

Universal tips during attacks:
• organizing shelters, everything necessary for survival
• algorithm of actions in case of being trapped in a building
• coordination and mutual assistance
• safety, considerations for rescue and evacuation of the injured
• emergency bag: what you really need

Actions under rubble:
• stopping massive bleeding
• distress signals
• crush syndrome, tourniquet under rubble
• injuries: ribs, traumatic brain injury, spine, chest
• psychological self-help: isolation, decision-making under stress
• improvised rescue tools
• smoke or gas poisoning
• helping children: first aid and psychological support
• dealing with animals under rubble
• evacuation: what to take, how to move
• basic first-aid kit: the minimum and substitutes