--- title: "Nightmare in Zaporizhzhia: 'Epitsentr' in flames, casualties and destruction after Russian attack" description: "🔥 Zaporizhzhia under attack: 'Epitsentr' in flames, casualties and destruction after Russian night strike. 🔥 📌 On August 12, 2026, Zaporizhzhia was attacked by kamikaze drones. Fire at the 'Epitsentr' shopping center, destruction of private homes and commercial facilities. 🚨 According to the head of the Regional Military Administration, there are no casualties, but other sources report deaths and injuries. ⚡️ Local blackout: 1,200 consumers without power. Restoration will begin when security allows. 📉 Systematic attacks on the city: August 11 — 6 dead, 19 injured; August 10 — 24 injured, including a child. 🏥 Hit on a children's hospital. The international community demands an end to attacks on civilian objects." date: 2026-08-12T03:22:04.000Z lang: en url: https://xab.info/en/posts/nightmare-in-zaporizhzhia-epitsentr-in-flames-casualties-and-destruction-after-russian-attack tags: [zaporojie, epitsentr, fire, russia-attack, civilian-casualties, local-blackout, reconstruction] publisher: "XAB.info" --- # Nightmare in Zaporizhzhia: 'Epitsentr' in flames, casualties and destruction after Russian attack ![Epicenter hypermarket in Zaporizhzhia on fire after Russian night attack, firefighters and destruction visible](https://xab.info/media/2026/08/12/zaporojie-epitsentr-pozhar-ataka-rf-12-avgusta-2026/zaporojie-epitsentr-pozhar-ataka-rf-12-avgusta-2026-1.webp) ## 🎯 Key Points - Night attack by kamikaze drones on Zaporizhzhia led to a fire at the 'Epitsentr' shopping center and destruction. - Approximately 1,200 consumers were left without electricity due to a local blackout. - There are contradictions in casualty data: some sources report no fatalities, while others report two deaths and numerous injuries. - Zaporizhzhia is regularly subjected to attacks, including strikes on residential buildings and hospitals. On August 12, 2026, Zaporizhzhia was once again struck by Russian aggression. During the night, the city was subjected to a mass attack by kamikaze drones, resulting in large-scale fires and destruction. Particular attention is drawn to the fire at the building of the large shopping center 'Epitsentr', which became one of the most visible consequences of the strike. According to Ivan Fedorov, head of the Zaporizhzhia Regional Military Administration, the fire engulfed a significant part of the building; however, fortunately, no human casualties were reported in this specific incident. ### Destruction and fires: consequences of the night attack In addition to the shopping center, private homes and commercial facilities in one of the city's districts were damaged. Reports indicate shattered windows, damaged gates, and fences. Rescuers arrived at the scene promptly and managed to extinguish the fires, although the damage to infrastructure was significant. A local blackout was also recorded: approximately 1,200 consumers were left without electricity. Energy workers promise to begin restoration work as soon as the security situation allows. ### Casualties and victims: the tragedy continues Although the night attack on 'Epitsentr' resulted in no fatalities, the overall picture in Zaporizhzhia remains tragic. On August 11, Russian forces struck the city, killing six residents and injuring 19 others. The day before, on August 10, an airstrike caused casualties among the civilian population, including a 10-year-old girl who was hospitalized in critical condition. These events highlight the systematic nature of attacks on civilian objects in the region. ### Contradictory data While Ivan Fedorov, head of the Zaporizhzhia Regional Military Administration, reports no casualties from the night attack on 'Epitsentr', other sources, including RBK-Ukraine, mention two deaths and numerous injuries resulting from the attack on the city. This creates uncertainty regarding the exact number of casualties and the scale of destruction. For now, official data does not clarify whether these figures refer to the night incident or previous attacks. ### Context: systematic attacks on Zaporizhzhia Zaporizhzhia has become one of the main targets of Russian military operations over the last few months. The city is regularly subjected to drone strikes, airstrikes, and ballistic missiles. Recent incidents, including a hit on the regional children's hospital, demonstrate Russia's disregard for international norms and human rights. These attacks not only damage infrastructure but also create a constant threat to the lives and health of civilians. ### Government response and restoration plans Authorities in the Zaporizhzhia region are calling for caution and readiness for possible new attacks. Head of the Regional Military Administration Ivan Fedorov emphasized that restoration work will begin as soon as the situation stabilizes. However, given the constant threats, the restoration process may take a significant amount of time. The international community is calling on Russia to cease attacks on civilian objects and to comply with international humanitarian law. ## 🔍 Fact-Check Verification - [Russia attacked Zaporizhzhia and Kryvyi Rih: homes and shopping centers damaged, details](https://glavred.info/ukraine/rf-atakovala-zaporozhe-i-krivoy-rog-povrezhdeny-doma-i-tc-detali-10783676.html) - Подтверждает факт атаки и разрушений, но не уточняет число жертв. - [Two people killed, many injured in attack on Zaporizhzhia (photos)](https://www.rbc.ua/ukr/news/unaslidok-ataki-zaporizhzhya-dvoe-lyudey-1783932697.html) - Сообщает о двух погибших, что противоречит данным главы ОВА об отсутствии жертв. - [Russian aircraft struck residential buildings in Zaporizhzhia, there are dead and wounded](https://www.rbc.ua/ukr/news/rosiyski-litaki-vdarili-zhitlovih-budinkah-1781983394.html) - Сообщает о двух погибших, что противоречит данным главы ОВА об отсутствии жертв. - [Russians attacked Zaporizhzhia three times: there are dead and many injured](https://zn.ua/war/rossijane-trizhdy-atakovali-zaporozhe-est-pohibshie-i-mnoho-ranenykh.html) - Подтверждено по источнику zn.ua ## ❓ FAQ ### Q: How many people died as a result of the night attack on Zaporizhzhia? **A:** According to the head of the Zaporizhzhia Regional Military Administration, there were no casualties, but other sources report two deaths and numerous injuries. ### Q: Which facilities were damaged as a result of the attack? **A:** Private homes, commercial facilities, and the 'Epitsentr' shopping center were damaged. ### Q: When will restoration work begin? **A:** Restoration work will begin as soon as the security situation allows. ### Q: Were there any casualties among children? **A:** Yes, on August 10, a 10-year-old girl was injured by an airstrike and was hospitalized in critical condition.