Russia strikes Epicenter mall in Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia: Aftermath revealed
Photo: Epicenter damaged in Zaporizhzhia due to overnight attack by Russian Federation (facebook.com/epicentrkua)
As a result of Russia's attack on Zaporizhzhia on the night of February 26, the Epicenter shopping center was damaged.
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Part of the building was damaged by debris. None of our employees was injured. All employees were in safe places in accordance with safety protocols.
"We sincerely thank the State Emergency Service of Ukraine and the Zaporizhzhia fire departments for their quick and professional work. Thanks to their prompt response, it was possible to localize the damage and preserve most of the building," the press service adds.
Damage assessment and restoration work planning are currently underway. The company is doing everything possible to return the shopping center to full operation as soon as possible.
Photo: the consequences of the Russian strike on Epicenter in Zaporizhzhia (facebook.com/epicentrkua)
Photo: the consequences of the Russian strike on Epicenter in Zaporizhzhia (facebook.com/epicentrkua)
"Epicenter continues to operate in all regions of Ukraine where possible. We are aware of our mission — to support people and provide them with necessary goods even in the most difficult times," the shopping center says.
Russian strikes on Ukraine on February 26
On the night of February 26, Russian troops attacked Ukraine with dozens of missiles and more than 400 drones. Most of the enemy targets were shot down by air defense forces.
Five ballistic missiles and 46 strike drones were recorded hitting 32 locations, and 15 locations were hit by downed missiles.
Damaged and destroyed buildings were recorded in a number of regions. There were fires in Kyiv, and two shopping centers in Zaporizhzhia were affected.
In addition, as a result of Russian attacks that night, part of Zaporizhzhia was left without heat.
