Russia shells critical infrastructure in Zhytomyr region

At night, Russians shelled Zhytomyr region: a fire broke out at a critical infrastructure facility

On the night of 15 January Russian troops shell Zhytomyr region, which resulted in the fire at a critical infrastructure facility. This was reported by the State Emergency Service.

Details of the attack

The facility caught fire as a result of enemy shelling. Works to eliminate the fire complicated by constant air raids, However, the SES units managed to quickly bring the situation under control and completely extinguish the fire.

Work of the services

They were working at the site of the impact:

• divisions SES;

• community rescue officer;

• law enforcement officers, The soldiers secured the territory and recorded the consequences of the shelling.

Those affected

According to preliminary data, No casualties or injuries. Information on the extent of the damage and the impact of the strike is being updated.

Context.

Zhytomyr region is regularly attacked by Russian troops, in particular critical infrastructure facilities. Such strikes are part of a tactic of pressure on the civilian population and Ukraine's energy system and violate international humanitarian law.