A series of explosions were heard in Cherkasy early in the morning, Suspilne reported on Oct. 23.
The Ukrainian Air Force had previously issued a warning about the threat of drone strikes in oblast.
Russian drones targeted Cherkasy Oblast and its administrative center, regional governor Ihor Taburets confirmed.
The Russian forces have been launching attacks using drones across Ukraine since last night, with reports of air defense systems operating in Kyiv Oblast.
On Oct. 19, a Russian strike in Cherkasy Oblast killed one woman and injured another, critical infrastructure was also damaged.