Russian double-tap strike hits Nova Poshta warehouses in Kyiv Oblast

Russian forces struck Nova Poshta warehouses and a production facility in Svyatopetrivske, Kyiv Oblast, on August 28, 2022. The initial attack was followed by two additional strikes while emergency crews were still battling the resulting blaze. Svyatopetrivske Village Head Anton Ovsiyenko reported the incident on August 28. The extent of casualties and injuries is currently under investigation.

Emergency response teams from the State Emergency Service of Ukraine, local fire brigades, police, and municipal utility crews were on the scene to contain the damage. Despite the ongoing firefighting efforts, two subsequent strikes hit the same location within an hour. Firefighters managed to evacuate safely. Smoke plumes prompted residents to keep windows shut and avoid unnecessary outdoor activity.

Traffic restrictions were imposed on Kyivska Street, Industrialna Street, and Chornovola Street in Svyatopetrivske. On August 27, Russian attacks across Kyiv Oblast damaged a Comfy electronics distribution center, a new Fora grocery distribution facility, a Roshen confectionery warehouse, a Budynok Igrashok toy hub, and an Avrora multimarket complex.

The State Emergency Service of Ukraine reported that Russian forces launched 28 strikes against Kyiv Oblast during a 14-hour air raid alert. During response operations, first responders were hit by secondary Russian strikes 13 times, leading to temporary suspensions in firefighting efforts.