In Odesa and the Odesa region, nine people, including a child, died as a result of a powerful storm that brought record rainfall and flooding. Throughout the night, they evacuated people trapped by floodwaters, removed vehicles, and pumped water from buildings. The whole family died,” Averina said. The storm also affected Chornomorsk, though the greatest destruction was recorded in Odesa itself. AdvertisementThe Odesa City Administration advised residents to avoid unnecessary movement, especially by car, on Wednesday morning, Oct. 1.