Russia’s strike in Mukachevo: Dozens wounded, air quality worsens
Russia struck Mukachevo with missiles on August 21 (Illustrative photo: GettyImages)
On the night of Thursday, August 21, the Russian army carried out a massive combined strike on Ukrainian territory. One of Russia’s targets was the city of Mukachevo in the Zakarpattia region.
RBC-Ukraine reports what is currently known about the Russian strike on Mukachevo.
What is known about the attack
According to the city council, that night, Russia carried out a missile strike on one of the city’s industrial facilities. Rescue services are currently working at the site.
“We ask everyone to remain calm and not to share photos or videos from the scene for the safety of all of us,” the city council stated.
Air pollution
Later, local authorities again urged residents to keep their windows closed due to air contamination caused by the Russian missile strike.
“We ask everyone to tightly close their windows and not go outside unless absolutely necessary,” the statement said.
Number of casualties
As of 07:15 Kyiv time, 12 people have been reported injured.
“Ten people were taken to St. Martin’s Hospital by ambulance, and two more sought medical help on their own,” the city authorities reported.
Five patients remain under inpatient care, with one transferred to the regional hospital. All victims have received timely medical assistance and are provided with everything necessary.
The patients’ condition is stable.
The report was prepared using information from local authorities’ social media and the Air Force.
Massive attack on the night of August 21
On the night of August 21, Russia launched a massive combined attack on Ukraine. It is already known that strike drones (Shahed), cruise missiles, and hypersonic Kinzhal missiles were used. In addition to Kyiv, explosions were reported in Chernihiv and Rivne regions.
For a detailed report on the types of weapons used in the attack, read the article by RBC-Ukraine.
The primary targets of the Russian army were the western regions of Ukraine. However, explosions were also heard in Dnipro and Zaporizhzhia.
