Russian troops attacked the Koryukivka district of the Chernihiv region from the evening of 24 August and throughout the night of 25 August. Several industrial sites came under fire, and a large-scale fire broke out at one of them, covering a total area of over 3,000 square metres. Facilities belonging to the road and forestry sectors were also on fire. According to preliminary reports, no one was injured.
Briefly about the main points
- Russia attacked the Koryukivka district.
- A fire broke out at the factory, affecting an area of over 3,000 m².
- Preliminary reports suggest that there were no casualties.
A massive fire engulfed more than 3,000 square metres
According to the State Emergency Service, Russian attacks on the Koryukivka district began on the evening of 24 August and continued throughout the night.
One of the strikes hit the company’s premises. The attack caused a fire, which spread over an area of over 3,000 square metres.
Photographs published by the emergency services show a large-scale fire in industrial or commercial buildings. The fire has engulfed a significant portion of the structures.
Rescue workers managed to put out all the fires caused by the night-time attack.
Several businesses were targeted in the attacks
The night-time attack was not limited to a single target.
The State Emergency Service reports fires in various areas road and forestry organisations, as well as private companies. Consequently, strikes were recorded at several locations across the Koryukivka district.
The local publication «Chernihiv Region Information Portal» describes the events as a massive an attack by enemy UAVs and also reports that several businesses in the community have been affected.
The exact extent of the material damage has not yet been disclosed.
Preliminary reports indicate that there were no casualties
Despite the extensive fires and damage to facilities, No reports of fatalities or injuries had been received by the rescue services.
Units from the State Emergency Service were working at the sites of the strikes, clearing up the aftermath of the attack and putting out the fires.
The Koryukivka District is situated in the north of the Chernihiv Oblast and is regularly subjected to Russian attacks due to its proximity to the border with the Russian Federation. In recent months, Russian troops have repeatedly attacked businesses, civilian buildings and infrastructure in the area.
Russia continues to attack civilian infrastructure in the Chernihiv region
The night-time strike was yet another attack on the region’s commercial and industrial facilities.
Just a few days earlier, damage to businesses, residential buildings and critical infrastructure had been reported in the Chernihiv region. On 24 August, a Russian strike also hit a critical infrastructure facility in Chernihiv.
Border communities These regions remain among the most vulnerable to Russian drones and other weapons.
