Russian army strikes Kharkiv: 3 dead, more feared trapped under rubble; large fire erupts
An explosion occurred in Kharkiv during an air raid alert, causing large fire, killing 3 and wounding 5 more civilians, Head of Investigation Department of the National Police in Kharkiv Oblast, Serhiy Bolvinov, reported on X on March 20.
Serhiy Bolvinov, Head of the Investigation Department of the National Police in Kharkiv Oblast reported that missile strike killed three Kharkiv residents and wounded five more on 2:26 p.m.
He noted that all relevant services are currently working on the spot.
Regional governor Oleh Synehubov also warned that the Russians could strike again and urged residents of Kharkiv and the oblast to stay in shelters until the alarm is dismissed.
Kharkiv Mayor Ihor Terekhov said that there are victims of the strike, their number and injurie severeties are being clarified.
In addition, a very large fire broke out at the site of the hit.
Earlier, the Air Force reported enemy tactical aircraft activity and a reconnaissance UAV west of the city. Its type has not been identified.
On March 14, a series of explosions were heard in Kharkiv. Terekhov reported that the city was under missile attack. A hit was reported in a nearby suburb.
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