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Yahoo
23-05-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Russia said it's fighting off a massive long-range drone attack across the country
The Kremlin said it fought off 485 enemy drone attacks in the last three days in 14 regions. The massive raid is likely one of Ukraine's largest ever waves of drone attacks on Russian soil. Some reports indicate that several aircraft-type drones found their mark. The Kremlin said on Thursday that it encountered at least 485 enemy drones across the country over the last three days, including 63 attempted attacks in the Moscow region. In a statement on its Telegram channel, the defense ministry said the attacks were part of a "massive raid" by Ukraine across 13 Russian oblasts and the occupied region of Crimea. "Air defense systems shot down 485 aircraft-type uncrewed aerial vehicles," the statement said. Business Insider could not independently verify these figures, and as of press time, Kyiv has yet to issue an official statement on the attacks. But if accurate, the numbers indicate one of Ukraine's largest coordinated drone attacks on Russian soil since the war began. "This is a new record for Ukraine," wrote Ukrainian analyst Petro Andryushchenko on his Telegram channel. "The longest-running attack by Ukrainian UAVs, which began around 11 p.m. on May 19 and lasted until 4 a.m. on May 22." The exact extent of the damage caused is unclear. Russia's description of the drones as "aircraft-type" also indicates that these aren't the typical first-person-view uncrewed aerial systems used as attack drones in the war. Such drones are likely too short-ranged to reach regions such as Moscow. Rather, Ukraine has been using small fixed-wing aircraft that resemble the Cessna propeller plane and, while laden with explosives, are meant to fly directly into targets hundreds of miles away. Moscow's traditional air defense systems have reportedly struggled to reliably take down these long-range drones, which fly at a maximum speed of 130 mph, much slower than a typical cruise missile. Several reports this week suggested that some of the drones struck their targets. Alexander Khinshtein, the acting governor of Kursk, wrote on Telegram on Thursday that a Russian official was sent to the hospital with a hip and arm injury after being hit by a drone. Meanwhile, the popular independent Russian news Telegram channel Baza reported that a plant in the city of Yelets was evacuated due to a fire from a drone attack, with eight people injured. BI could not independently verify this information. Ukrainian media also cited a map alert by NASA's Fire Information for Resource Management System, which indicated that a significant fire had broken out near an oil refinery in the Ryazan oblast. The alert, seen by BI, indicated that the fire lasted between 12 to 24 hours on Thursday. Andrii Kovalenko, head of the Ukrainian government's Center for Countering Disinformation, wrote on Wednesday that "unknown drones" had struck a plant in Oryol oblast that manufactured electronic parts for Russia's main battle tanks, fighter jets, and ballistic missiles. Air transport hubs across the country, including the capital's four airports, were temporarily closed at times throughout the week. Similar incidents occurred in the days leading up to Russia's May 9 Victory Day parade, when Russian tourist organizations said nearly 60,000 travelers had their plans disrupted due to Ukrainian drone attacks. That week, the Kremlin said it had fought off an even larger drone attack of 524 uncrewed aerial vehicles, as it prepared to host two dozen world leaders for the parade to celebrate its military. The latest series of attempted strikes came just after Russian leader Vladimir Putin and President Donald Trump ended their third phone call on Monday to discuss a cease-fire. The call had ended without a conclusive next step toward peace. Meanwhile, Kyiv said that Russia launched hundreds of drone attacks this week at Ukrainian cities, including a reported 273 drones on the day before the Trump-Putin call. Moscow typically deploys a different type of drone, the Iranian-designed Shahed, to attack urban centers in tandem with cruise or ballistic missiles. Read the original article on Business Insider
Business Insider
23-05-2025
- Politics
- Business Insider
Russia said it's fighting off a massive long-range drone attack across the country
The Kremlin said on Thursday that it encountered at least 485 enemy drones across the country over the last three days, including 63 attempted attacks in the Moscow region. In a statement on its Telegram channel, the defense ministry said the attacks were part of a "massive raid" by Ukraine across 13 Russian oblasts and the occupied region of Crimea. "Air defense systems shot down 485 aircraft-type uncrewed aerial vehicles," the statement said. Business Insider could not independently verify these figures, and as of press time, Kyiv has yet to issue an official statement on the attacks. But if accurate, the numbers indicate one of Ukraine's largest coordinated drone attacks on Russian soil since the war began. "This is a new record for Ukraine," wrote Ukrainian analyst Petro Andryushchenko on his Telegram channel. "The longest-running attack by Ukrainian UAVs, which began around 11 p.m. on May 19 and lasted until 4 a.m. on May 22." The exact extent of the damage caused is unclear. How Ukraine is hitting Russia from long range Russia's description of the drones as "aircraft-type" also indicates that these aren't the typical first-person-view uncrewed aerial systems used as attack drones in the war. Such drones are likely too short-ranged to reach regions such as Moscow. Rather, Ukraine has been using small fixed-wing aircraft that resemble the Cessna propeller plane and, while laden with explosives, are meant to fly directly into targets hundreds of miles away. Moscow's traditional air defense systems have reportedly struggled to reliably take down these long-range drones, which fly at a maximum speed of 130 mph, much slower than a typical cruise missile. Several reports this week suggested that some of the drones struck their targets. Alexander Khinshtein, the acting governor of Kursk, wrote on Telegram on Thursday that a Russian official was sent to the hospital with a hip and arm injury after being hit by a drone. Meanwhile, the popular independent Russian news Telegram channel Baza reported that a plant in the city of Yelets was evacuated due to a fire from a drone attack, with eight people injured. BI could not independently verify this information. Ukrainian media also cited a map alert by NASA's Fire Information for Resource Management System, which indicated that a significant fire had broken out near an oil refinery in the Ryazan oblast. The alert, seen by BI, indicated that the fire lasted between 12 to 24 hours on Thursday. Andrii Kovalenko, head of the Ukrainian government's Center for Countering Disinformation, wrote on Wednesday that "unknown drones" had struck a plant in Oryol oblast that manufactured electronic parts for Russia's main battle tanks, fighter jets, and ballistic missiles. Drone waves coincide with key events Air transport hubs across the country, including the capital's four airports, were temporarily closed at times throughout the week. Similar incidents occurred in the days leading up to Russia's May 9 Victory Day parade, when Russian tourist organizations said nearly 60,000 travelers had their plans disrupted due to Ukrainian drone attacks. That week, the Kremlin said it had fought off an even larger drone attack of 524 uncrewed aerial vehicles, as it prepared to host two dozen world leaders for the parade to celebrate its military. The latest series of attempted strikes came just after Russian leader Vladimir Putin and President Donald Trump ended their third phone call on Monday to discuss a cease-fire. The call had ended without a conclusive next step toward peace. Meanwhile, Kyiv said that Russia launched hundreds of drone attacks this week at Ukrainian cities, including a reported 273 drones on the day before the Trump-Putin call. Moscow typically deploys a different type of drone, the Iranian-designed Shahed, to attack urban centers in tandem with cruise or ballistic missiles.
Yahoo
26-03-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Fire in Sequoyah County burns more than 1,000 acres, less that half contained
SEQUOYAH COUNTY, Okla. (KNWA/KFTA) — More than 1,000 acres of land have burned in eastern Oklahoma due to fires, according to the Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food & Forestry. The department said in a report on Wednesday that 1,151 acres in Sequoyah County have burned from the Salt Creek Fire. Officials say the fire is just 40% contained as of Wednesday morning. Burn bans have been issued for counties surrounding Sequoyah County, including Delaware, Cherokee, Adair and Haskell. However, Sequoyah County is not under a burn ban. Fires have also been reported in Pushmataha, Haskell, Latimer and McCurtain counties. An interactive map from the Fire Information for Resource Management System showed fires on Tuesday afternoon north of Belfonte in northeast Sequoyah County. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
09-03-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Long Island brush fire today: Crews battle Westhampton blaze, wind threats remain
The Brief Brush fires on Long Island prompted New York Gov. Kathy Hochul to declare a state of emergency in Suffolk County. Three of the four fires are contained; two firefighters were injured, and two buildings partially burned. Wind gusts of up to 40 mph today continue to threaten the area. NEW YORK - Dry conditions and powerful wind gusts on Eastern Long Island fanned a fast-moving brush fire that burned hundreds of acres and stifled traffic on Sunrise Highway for hours, but by Sunday morning, the fire was mostly contained. "This was a very big fire that could have created very big problems if not for all of us coming together," Suffolk County Executive Ed Romaine said during a press conference. New York Gov. Kathy Hochul issued a state of emergency for Suffolk County as crews battled the fire in the Pine Barrens. The fire, which started around 1 p.m. Saturday, caused little damage, but wind continues to threaten the area. Here's the latest, along with a map of the fires: What's next As of Sunday morning, the fire was 80% contained, with only one of the four fires still being fought in Westhampton, according to Romaine's office. Rudy Sunderman, Suffolk County's Commissioner of Fire Rescue and Emergency Services, said the fire was 100% knocked down, meaning there are no more visible flames. Early estimates show around 600 acres were affected, and two commercial structures were damaged. No private homes were destroyed, and no evacuations were needed. One firefighter was flown to a hospital to be treated for burns to the face, and a second suffered injuries. As crews continue to battle the blaze, forecasts show wind gusts of up to 40 miles per hour will persist throughout the day, which could fuel the flames. AirNow has an interactive Fire and Smoke Map for updates on blazes in your area. The National Interagency Fire Center has also partnered with NASA to provide real-time interactive fire maps. Here's a look at affected areas on Long Island over the past 24 hours, according to FIRMS: The backstory Over 90 fire departments and EMS agencies deployed more than 600 fire personnel to the fires, which quickly spread throughout the Pine Barrens. Rough satellite data indicated that fire and smoke stretched roughly 2.5 miles along Sunrise Highway, according to NASA's Fire Information for Resource Management System. Police closed a section of the highway, a thoroughfare to the East End of Long Island. The fires raged near the Francis S. Gabreski Airport, from which the National Guard launched at least one helicopter. One of the commercial buildings that partially burned was near the airport. Personnel at the base evacuated as a precautionary measure starting around 1:45 p.m., spokesman Cheran Cambell said in a statement. What they're saying In a statement, Hochul said the National Guard was providing support by helicopter and working with local law enforcement. "Public safety is my top priority, and I'm committed to doing everything possible to keep Long Islanders safe," she said. What we don't know Officials have not detailed what caused the fires. Investigators are trying to determine whether the fire "started naturally" or had a "nefarious origin."
Voice of America
09-03-2025
- Climate
- Voice of America
New York governor declares state of emergency for wind-driven brush fire on Long Island
Fast-moving brush fires fanned by high winds burned through a large swath of land on New York's Long Island on Saturday, spewing thick gray smoke into the sky and prompting the evacuation of a military base and the closure of a major highway. Gov. Kathy Hochul declared a state of emergency and said state agencies were responding to the fires around the Pine Barrens, a wooded area that is home to commuter towns east of New York City. She said homes, a chemical factory and an Amazon warehouse were at risk and more evacuations may be needed. 'This is still out of control at this moment,' Hochul told Long Island TV station News 12. 'We're seeing people having to be evacuated from the Westhampton area.' Officials said three of the four fires were fully contained, with the fire in Westhampton 50% contained. Two commercial buildings were partially burned, but officials said homes were not in the line of fire. One firefighter was flown to a hospital to be treated for burns to the face. 'Our biggest problem is the wind,' Suffolk County Executive Ed Romaine said. 'It is driving this fire.' Videos posted to social media showed flames shooting into the air and columns of black smoke rising above roads. Air National Guard helicopters dropped water on the flames. The Town of Southampton issued a warning in the afternoon against starting recreational fires due to the wildfire risk. That came around the time that the videos began appearing. In a statement, Hochul said the National Guard was providing support by helicopter and working with local law enforcement. 'Public safety is my top priority, and I'm committed to doing everything possible to keep Long Islanders safe,' she said. In her comments to News 12, Hochul declined to estimate the extent of the flames, saying only that they were growing rapidly. Rough satellite data indicated that fire and smoke stretched roughly 3 kilometers along Sunrise Highway, according to NASA's Fire Information for Resource Management System. Police closed a section of the highway, which is a thoroughfare to the East End of Long Island. The fires raged near the Francis S. Gabreski Airport, from which the National Guard launched at least one helicopter. One of the commercial buildings that partially burned was near the airport. Personnel at the base evacuated as a precautionary measure starting around 1:45 p.m., spokesman Cheran Cambell said in a statement.
