Ukraine: Multiple explosions reported in Kyiv, morning Oct. 10

Event

Reports indicate that multiple explosions took place in Shevchenkivsky District, Kyiv, the morning of Oct. 10. Emergency crews are responding to the incident; there are no immediate reports of casualties.

A heightened security and emergency presence is likely in the area over the coming hours. Travel and business disruptions are also likely in the area as the emergency response continues.

Advice

Avoid travel to active conflict zones in the Kharkiv, Luhansk, Donetsk, Zaporizhzhia, and Kherson regions of Ukraine; consider leaving these areas by available ground transport if safe to do so. Exercise extreme caution if operating anywhere in Ukraine. Shelter in place if there is fighting or airstrikes in the area. Stay away from windows and exterior walls if officials report incoming rocket or artillery fire. Follow the instructions of local security personnel, especially when instructed to seek refuge in air raid shelters. Maintain contact with diplomatic representations. Due to the threat of unexploded ordnance, avoid off-road travel. Travel on well-used routes only. Do not approach suspected unexploded ordnance. In areas previously occupied by Russian forces, be aware of booby traps.