Ukraine: Russian missile attack targets apartment block and security service building in Dnipro late July 28, wounding at least nine people

Event

Lingering disruptions to transport and business are likely in Dnipro over the coming hours after a Russian missile attack targeted an apartment block and Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) building in the city late July 28. The attack reportedly wounded at least nine people and caused significant damage to the impacted buildings, partially destroying them. The missile barrage came as Russia accused Ukraine of launching a missile toward Taganrog, with local authorities claiming that some 20 people were wounded in a related explosion.

Heightened security is likely in the affected areas as authorities continue their recovery work. The damage incurred in the attack may cause lingering utility disruptions. Further missile strikes are likely in the coming days.

Advice

Avoid the impacted sites. Consider taking alternative routes to circumvent affected areas. Heed all instructions issued by local authorities.

Moreover, 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. Download the AirAlert mobile application to receive an air alert notification in your chosen city or region of Ukraine from the Civil Defense System. You should 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.