The inhabitant of Izyum was left without a foot, stepping on the mine “Petal”
Today, May 11, at about 07:30 there was another accident when a peaceful resident of deoccupied Izyum blew up on an anti-personnel mine of the PFM-1 “Petalyustka” type.
Stepping on her, a 44-year-old man received a mine-blast injury in the form of amputation of the left foot. Currently, doctors provide the victim with the necessary assistance.
Note that the PFM-1 “Petalyustka” mine is an extremely dangerous anti-infantry mine of pressure action. To bring it into action, it is enough to apply a little effort - from a few kilograms.
It is an explosive object that is not recovered, but destroyed by sappers at the detection site. When mined, it can get stuck in tree branches, stay on roofs of houses, etc.
We appeal to everyone to be as careful as possible and always keep in mind the high mine hazard. Neglecting safety rules can lead to irreparable consequences.
Do not drive on unknown or untested dirt roads. Do not touch any suspicious and unfamiliar objects. Do not visit forests, woodlands, fields, river banks and other open spaces, especially those where there was fighting, or that were under enemy occupation.
If a suspicious object is found, report the find to the State Emergency Service or the National Police by calling “101”, “102” or “112”.
State Emergency Service of Ukraine
