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title: "Black Smoke Over Yalta: Aftermath of Drone Attack"
description: "The video captures the moment of explosion and subsequent fire in the Yalta area, likely caused by a drone attack. Thick black smoke is seen rising from buildings against a clear sky. The footage was taken from a beach or promenade, highlighting the proximity of danger to tourist zones."
date: 2026-08-07T10:49:13.000Z
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# Black Smoke Over Yalta: Aftermath of Drone Attack

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The video captures the moment of explosion and subsequent fire in the Yalta area, likely caused by a drone attack. Thick black smoke is seen rising from buildings against a clear sky. The footage was taken from a beach or promenade, highlighting the proximity of danger to tourist zones.

## ⏱ Key Moments & Timestamps

- **[00:00]** First seconds: view of the city, smoke begins to appear
- **[00:01]** Smoke thickens, covering several buildings
- **[00:02]** Peak smoke — black column rises high into the sky
- **[00:03]** Smoke starts to dissipate, but fire source remains
- **[00:04]** Final frame: smoke still visible, situation remains tense

## ❓ Video FAQ

### Q: Why were beaches evacuated in Yalta?
**A:** The evacuation was carried out due to an attack by sea drones (USC) on the port of Yalta. Authorities wanted to avoid civilian casualties, taking into account the recent tragedy in Gelendzhik.

### Q: What happened in Gelendzhik?
**A:** On August 3, 2026, in Arkhipo-Osipovka (Gelendzhik), a downed drone fell on a beach, killing 7 people and injuring 47. Sirens did not sound, and there was no evacuation.

### Q: Was the attack on Yalta successful?
**A:** One drone was downed and washed ashore. No explosions were recorded in the port itself, but the demining operation is ongoing.