Russian drone assault ignites fires and injuries in Odesa
At least 10 Russian unmanned aerial vehicles fell on the southern districts of Odesa in Ukraine. Huge fires broke out in the city, and there are reports of individuals being injured. The drones also attacked Poltava, Kyiv, and Kharkiv.
Oleh Kiper, head of the Odesa Regional Military Administration, urged residents to stay in shelters after Russian Shahed drones were detected in the sky before 10:00 PM.
Mass Russian attack: Dozens of drones in the air
"Odesa and the region, threat of strike drone attack! Stay in hiding!" Kiper wrote at 9:42 PM.
Shortly afterwards, the first recordings appeared online showing the efforts of the Ukrainian air defence as it tried to shoot down the Russian drones.
A massive fire erupted on the outskirts of Odesa.
In another communication, Kiper stated that the Russians targeted civilian infrastructure. "As a result of the attack, several fires broke out. All appropriate services are working to eliminate the effects of the attack. According to preliminary data, two people were injured due to the Russian strike drone attack. Doctors are providing them with the necessary assistance," he assured.
Poltava, Kharkiv, and Kyiv under attack
The Russians also attacked Poltava. The head of the Poltava Regional Military Administration, Volodymyr Koval, reported that the targets were civilian and industrial infrastructure.
"The explosions heard by the residents of Poltava are the result of drones being shot down, explosions of their fragments after falling, and – unfortunately – hits on civilian infrastructure and industrial facilities. At this moment, there is no information about any casualties. The air raid alert is ongoing! Stay in shelters until it is lifted. Take care of yourself and your loved ones," Kohut appealed.
The Russian army also attacked Kharkiv. At least six explosions occurred in the city.
"According to preliminary information, all hits took place in the Novobavarsky district. A widespread fire broke out at the locations of the 'arrivals.' Other consequences of the night attack on Kharkiv are still being determined," wrote Kharkiv Mayor Ihor Terekhov.
Air defence is also operating around Kyiv. Explosions occurred in Brovary, among other places.
