A statement from Kherson Oblast expressed pride in rescuers who operate amidst continuous Russian strikes, fires, darkness, and shelling. For nearly four years, the region has endured daily attacks on civilian infrastructure, including homes, hospitals, and schools.

Rescuers are often among the first responders, working to extinguish fires, clear rubble, and clear mines, frequently under the threat of repeated Russian strikes. The statement also acknowledged and honored rescuers who died while saving lives.