On the night of July 19, the capital of Ukraine was struck by ballistic missiles. As a result of the attack, damage to residential buildings and fires were recorded in several districts of Kyiv. The situation remains tense, and emergency services are working at the scenes of the incidents.
Consequences of the strike on the capital's districts
According to data published by RBC-Ukraine, the strikes hit several administrative districts of the city. The most critical situation developed in the Shevchenkivskyi district. Here, falling debris caused a fire in a multi-story residential building. The building sustained damage, and firefighters and medics were dispatched to the scene to provide assistance.
Significant consequences of the attack were also recorded in the Desnyanskyi district. Preliminary reports indicate smoke rising near one of the shopping centers. At another address in this district, cars are on fire. Additionally, a hit on a non-residential premises has been confirmed.
In the Solomianskyi district, a ballistic missile hit a multi-story residential building. Emergency services are heading to the scene to assess the damage and mitigate the consequences.
Timeline of events and warnings
On the night of July 19, powerful explosions were heard in Kyiv. The Ukrainian Air Force had previously warned of a large number of moving ballistic missiles heading towards the capital. Although the Ukrainian air defense managed to shoot down some targets, not all missiles were intercepted, leading to a series of explosions and severe fires in the city.
The Air Force Command (KMAV) urged residents and guests of the capital to remain in shelters until the official end of the air raid alarm. Emergency services continue to work on extinguishing fires and inspecting damaged buildings.
