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Drones attack ammunition depot in Voronezh region: locals report loud explosions

Lilia RagutskaNews
Massive detonation at a warehouse in Voronezh region after drone attack. Source: Russian media

Russian Voronezh region complained about a drone attack on the night of July 7. According to the official version, all the detected UAVs were allegedly shot down.

At the same time, the governor of the region stated that the remains of the "downed drones" provoked a fire in "one of the warehouses", after which "detonation of explosive objects" began. This was reported by local media.

According to a statement by the governor of Voronezh region, Alexander Gusev, the consequences of the "repulsed" attack were especially felt by the residents of the Podgorensky district.

"Last night, air defense forces on duty detected and destroyed several UAVs over the territory of Voronezh region. When their wreckage fell, a fire broke out in one of the warehouses. Detonation of explosive objects began in the Podgorensky district," Gusev wrote.

Drones attack ammunition depot in Voronezh region: locals report loud explosions
Drones attack ammunition depot in Voronezh region: locals report loud explosions

He did not specify what exactly was detonating at "one of the warehouses" but assured that "no one was injured." He also announced a possible evacuation of local residents.

"Operational services, military and authorities are working at the site to eliminate the emergency. If necessary, buses have been prepared to evacuate residents of nearby settlements. People are being briefed to ensure their safety. I am keeping the situation in the region under control," the official said.

Drones attack ammunition depot in Voronezh region: locals report loud explosions

The UAV threat in Voronezh region was announced the day before. It started at 22:27, July 6 and lasted until 7:04, July 7. In addition to the Podgorensky district, residents of Ostrogozhsk on the other side of the region also reported "loud pops".

Drones attack ammunition depot in Voronezh region: locals report loud explosions
Drones attack ammunition depot in Voronezh region: locals report loud explosions
Drones attack ammunition depot in Voronezh region: locals report loud explosions

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