Russians strike business facility in Chernihiv Oblast, sparking large fire
Source: State Emergency Service of Ukraine (SES) on Facebook
Quote: "This morning, the Russians struck one of the businesses in the oblast. The attack caused a large fire at a production facility."
The aftermath of the attack.
Photo: State Emergency Service of Ukraine
Details: Firefighters managed to contain the blaze to an area of 6,800 square metres. There is no threat of it spreading further.
The aftermath of the attack.
Photo: State Emergency Service of Ukraine
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