Overview

• Three swimmers were killed by sea mine explosions in prohibited zones at Karolino-Buhaz and Zatoka beaches on August 10, 2025.
• The blasts occurred at around 11:30 am when drifting sea mines detonated approximately 50 meters from the shore.
• Odesa region authorities have established 32 safe swimming areas that underwent comprehensive inspections for mine hazards.
• Bomb disposal experts, investigators and rescue teams are operating at the sites to secure the beaches and search for additional mines.
• It remains unclear whether the drifting mines were laid by Russian or Ukrainian forces, highlighting the ongoing risk to civilians.