Russia declared a state of emergency in the Voronezh region bordering Ukraine after a midnight drone attack, reported today in his channel in the social network "Telegram" local governor Alexander Gusev, quoted by the agencies.
According to him, Russian forces have intercepted five drones. Falling debris caused a fire that led to the detonation of explosive objects.No civilian buildings were damaged, but the authorities had to introduce emergency measures in three settlements in the Ostrogozh region and evacuate 200 people, he said.
"Due to the liquidation of the consequences of the fire and the detonation of explosive objects in the Ostrogozh region, a state of emergency has been introduced on the territory of three settlements. A total of about 200 people were evacuated, including residents of one village, Gusev pointed out. "A point for temporary accommodation has been set aside, but almost all residents have gone to their relatives. Those living in the neighboring village have been briefed on security measures," added the governor of Russia's Voronezh region.