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Air alert in Kyiv: enemy drone hits residential building in Obolon

Тривога в столиці: в Оболоні ворожий безпілотник влучив у житловий будинок.

Alert in Kyiv due to UAV threat

Air alert has been declared in Kyiv due to the threat of strike unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). As of 7:40 AM, explosions and a fire have been reported in a high-rise building in Obolon. At 8:03 AM, the Kyiv City Military Administration (KCMA) confirmed the information about the fire in one of the apartments of the 16-story residential building, where an enemy drone hit the eighth floor.

In connection with this, the KCMA emphasized the ongoing air threat and urged residents and visitors of the capital to stay in shelters. Furthermore, according to Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko, emergency services are already heading to the scene to eliminate the consequences. The situation remains under control, but the danger from the air still exists.

Recommendations for residents

This event underscores the persistent threat posed by strike UAVs in the context of military conflict. In light of recent attacks, it is important for residents of cities that may be at risk to follow safety recommendations and stay in shelters during alerts. Emergency services continue to work on eliminating the aftermath, indicating their readiness to respond to emergencies. We can only hope for stabilization in the region and a reduction of aerial threats.