On the night of 16 March, Ukrainian drones attacked an oil depot In Labinsk, Krasnodar Territory of the Russian Federation. A large fire broke out as a result of the strike. Russian services reported on the air defence system and the aftermath.
Drone attack on an oil depot
According to Russian sources, on the night of 16 March, the oil depot in the city of Labinsk was attacked by drones. As a result of the attack, the facility caught fire.
Local authorities reported that rescuers were involved in extinguishing the fire. There were no official reports of casualties.
- The attack took place around 2:00 am.
- The fire engulfed the fuel tanks.
- Traffic in the area is restricted.
Reaction and consequences
Russian services claimed that air defence systems were operating during the attack. Some of the drones were shot down, but several of them reached their targets.
The fire was contained in the morning. Information on the extent of the damage is being updated.
- The tank farm provided fuel to transport companies in the region.
- This is not the first attack on Russian fuel infrastructure facilities in Krasnodar Krai.
Context.
Drone attacks on Russian oil depots have become more frequent in recent months. Ukraine does not officially comment on such attacks.
Russian fuel infrastructure facilities are regularly targeted by drones. The Russian authorities are stepping up security measures at strategic facilities.
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