A TOWN THAT CARES

As of mid-april, Romania had taken in more than 750,000 Ukrainians fleeing the war. Among the busiest points of entry is the town of Siret, where the roughly 10,000 residents welcome refugees with tables offering everyday necessities, such as diapers, hygiene products, and toys. Signs read “Help yourself, it’s free.”

A Romanian youth group, whose name roughly translates to “Association for Tomorrow’s Generation,” has braved freezing conditions to serve hot drinks and meals around the clock. Meanwhile, locals volunteer their services as translators and drivers, transporting the weary and frightened to hotels, welcome centers, or other cities in Romania.

“When the Ukrainians arrive, they are exhausted and scared,” Corneliu Dediu, regional head of the Red Cross, told infomigrants.net. “It’s hard for them to have to leave everything. It’s also hard for us to see them in this state.”