A Ukrainian firefighter standing among damaged buildings in protective clothing. — Photo by Edward Matthews

Protective clothing for Ukrainian emergency services

Fierce Calm procured and donated 150 complete sets of NBC protective suits and boots to Kyiv emergency services, supporting firefighters operating in hazardous environments around the Chornobyl and Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant areas.

Status: Completed
Location: Zaporizhzhia & Chornobyl areas · Ukraine
Start date: Started Mar 2024
Duration: 1 month in total

Humanitarian support

The essentials

About this project

Who it supports
This initiative supports Ukrainian firefighters and emergency service personnel operating in high-risk environments around the Chornobyl and Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant areas. These frontline responders face exceptional challenges during wartime, including potential exposure to hazardous substances while protecting communities, critical infrastructure and the wider population.
What it involves
Fierce Calm procured and donated 150 complete sets of NBC protective suits and boots for Kyiv emergency services, supporting firefighters working in the Chornobyl and Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant areas. The equipment was provided to help strengthen protective capabilities during emergency response operations where chemical, biological or radiological hazards may be present. This completed humanitarian initiative reflects Fierce Calm's commitment to responding to urgent practical needs identified by Ukrainian partners, alongside our longer-term rehabilitation work.
Who delivers it
Fierce Calm coordinated the procurement and donation of 150 complete sets of Nuclear, Biological and Chemical (NBC) protective suits and boots for Kyiv emergency services. Working with Ukrainian emergency response contacts, the initiative helped provide specialist protective equipment to firefighters operating in challenging and potentially hazardous conditions.
Partners involved
The initiative supported Kyiv emergency services, providing specialist protective clothing for firefighters undertaking hazardous duties associated with the Chornobyl and Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant areas. Fierce Calm contributed procurement and humanitarian coordination, helping connect urgently needed protective resources with Ukrainian emergency responders. The initiative demonstrates the value of targeted international assistance that responds to locally identified needs and supports the safety and resilience of those protecting Ukrainian communities.
What it aimed to support
The initiative aims to strengthen the safety, preparedness and operational resilience of Ukrainian emergency responders working in hazardous environments. Access to appropriate protective equipment is essential for reducing exposure risks and supporting firefighters as they carry out demanding duties in areas affected by the war. The contribution also recognises the extraordinary responsibilities undertaken by Ukraine's emergency service personnel in protecting lives and communities.