Ukraine hit by massive Russian assault: Blackouts, fires, and casualties reported

Key questions:

• Russia used Shaheds, Kinzhal missiles, and strategic aviation;

• A casualty was reported in Zaporizhzhia;

• Power outages occurred across Ukraine;

• Lviv suffered the heaviest strike.

Weapons used by Russia

From the evening of Saturday, October 4, the Russian army launched groups of attack drones from more than five directions. Enemy drones were recorded in almost all regions of Ukraine. Air defense systems also engaged drones in Kyiv and Odesa.

In the night of October 5, the occupiers launched Kalibr missiles from ships in the Black Sea. The missiles flew from the south toward the western regions of Ukraine.

In addition, a MiG-31K fighter jet was in the air, striking the city of Lviv with Kinzhal hypersonic missiles. The Russian army launched the missiles from the fighters at 06:30. They passed over northern and central regions of the country.

The enemy also used aviation — Ukraine was attacked with cruise missiles launched from Tu-95MS strategic bombers. Their main targets were also the western regions of the country.

Lviv

Lviv suffered the heaviest strike — first attacked by drones, then by Kinzhal and Kalibr missiles.

As a result of the attack, part of Lviv lost power. In addition, due to the enemy strike, public transport in the city is currently not operating.

Following the strike, multiple fires broke out in the city, including at the Sparrow Industrial Park. Heavy smoke has also been reported.

Local authorities advise residents to follow a few simple precautions to avoid health risks and stay safe:

• Keep windows tightly closed;
• Avoid going outside unless absolutely necessary;
• If you must go out, wear a dampened mask or respirator.

The local administration reported that as a result of the combined drone and cruise missile strike in Lviv region, two people were killed and two others were injured.

Zaporizhzhia

Zaporizhzhia also faced another combined attack by Russia overnight: the enemy launched drones and aerial bombs, carrying out at least 10 strikes.

So far, it is reported that the attack damaged homes, sparked fires, and caused disruptions to water and electricity supplies. Tens of thousands of people were left without power. In addition, more than 290 households in Zaporizhzhia lost gas service following the Russian overnight strike.

According to local authorities, eight apartment buildings, eight private houses, and several non-residential buildings were affected by the attack. One residential building sustained significant damage.

It is also reported that one person was killed in the attack, and ten others were injured. The condition of most of the injured allows for outpatient treatment. Two people — a 60-year-old man and a 69-year-old woman — are still under medical examination.

Kirovohrad region

Authorities report that enemy drones were shot down in the region. In the Oleksandriia district, debris from a downed drone damaged windows in two residential buildings and the roof of an outbuilding.

In the Holovanivsk district, ten private homes were affected, and power lines were also damaged.

Importantly, there were no casualties. All relevant services are working on site.

Cherkasy region

According to preliminary data, air defense forces in Cherkasy region shot down 13 enemy drones. No injuries were reported.

At the same time, in the Cherkasy district, a fallen drone damaged power lines. Some residents remain without electricity. Emergency crews from “Oblenergo” are already working to restore service.

Ivano-Frankivsk region

Overnight, the enemy carried out another massive attack on Ivano-Frankivsk region, targeting critical infrastructure. Preliminary reports indicate no casualties.

In one local community, a residential building was partially damaged.

Vinnytsia region

As a result of the overnight enemy strike on Vinnytsia region, a civilian industrial facility was hit. According to available information, there are no casualties.

Chernihiv region

In Chernihiv region, Russia again targeted infrastructure sites. Rescue teams are working on-site to address the consequences of the attacks.

Chernihiv

Overnight, Chernihiv was attacked with Shahed drones. One industrial facility was hit, causing a fire at the site. The enemy also targeted an energy facility, resulting in emergency power outages in one district of the city.

Nizhyn district

The Nizhyn district was also hit by drones. A residential building was damaged, and one industrial facility was struck, causing a fire that has since been extinguished. In the Semenivka community, a drone strike damaged an administrative building.

Sources: data from the Air Force, the State Emergency Service, the police, and local authorities in the regions.