Russia strikes Epicentr and residential buildings near Odesa, injuring nine
Russia struck a post office inside an Epicentr home improvement store in a suburb of Odesa, injuring two people on Aug. 16.
On August 16, Russian forces struck a post office inside an Epicentr home improvement store located in a suburb of Odesa, injuring two individuals. The attack caused a fire, igniting dry vegetation nearby. The State Emergency Service reported that the blaze was extinguished before it could spread further.
Another Russian attack in the Odesa district destroyed a portion of a shopping center, leading to a fire and the ignition of dry vegetation. Rescuers worked diligently to control the flames and prevent the fire from spreading, despite repeated air raid warnings.
In a separate incident, Russian forces targeted two private homes, damaging two vehicles and a gas pipe. The State Emergency Service released photos and video documenting the aftermath of the attack, showcasing emergency crews responding to the devastation.
As the day progressed, the number of injured individuals from the second Russian attack rose to five. Initially, four people were reported to have been hospitalized, with one in serious condition. Emergency response teams continued their efforts to assist those affected by the attack.
Footage captured by Suspilne showed one of the injured individuals in the Russian strike on an Epicentr store in the Odesa suburbs. Firefighters can be seen responding to the aftermath of the attack, while video footage from a local Telegram channel highlighted the moment of the strike on the Epicentr building.
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