Ukraine: Drone strikes and explosions reported in Rzhyshchiv and Zhytomyr, March 22

Event

Ukrainian officials have reported a Russian drone attack in Kyiv and Zhytomyr regions on March 22. Air-raid sirens continue to sound across various areas, and authorities may pre-emptively introduce power cuts to protect the electricity network. A drone struck dormitories in Rzhyshchiv, in Kyiv Region, early March 22, killing three people and injuring seven others. A drone also struck an undisclosed infrastructure facility in Zhytomyr Region; utility outages are possible. Authorities report that Russian drones were fired at targets elsewhere in Kyiv and Odesa regions overnight on March 21-22, but most appear to have been shot down without causing damage. Further strikes are possible.

Air strikes typically target energy and infrastructure facilities; electricity and water supply interruptions are likely. Heightened security will be deployed, and travel and business disruptions are likely to continue.

Advice

Avoid travel to active conflict zones in 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.