Night attack on Mykolaiv - a supermarket burned down
Around midnight, Russian forces launched another drone attack on Mykolaiv. According to local authorities, a large-scale fire broke out in one of the city's supermarkets as a result of the hit.
The area of the fire reached approximately 2000 sq m.
Rescuers promptly localised the fire and prevented it from spreading to neighbouring buildings.
«The fire was completely extinguished, there were no casualties,» the State Emergency Service said.
Another fire at a service station
The second point of ignition was recorded on the territory of the service station.
The area of the fire was about 30 sq. m. The fire damaged several cars and smashed windows in a nearby residential building.
The State Emergency Service, police and utility services were on the scene.
Context.
In recent weeks, Mykolaiv region has been experiencing increased attacks by Shahed kamikaze drones. Most of them are shot down by air defences, but debris or blast waves often cause fires in residential areas and industrial facilities.
Local authorities called on residents to Do not ignore alarms and stay in shelters during air raids.
Conclusion.
The night attack on Mykolaiv once again demonstrated the scale of Russian terror against civilian infrastructure. Thanks to the quick actions of rescuers casualties were avoided, The city suffered another material loss.
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