Ukraine: Emergency crews continue to respond to explosions, fire in Izmail port area, Odessa, as of early Sept. 13, following drone strikes

Event

Emergency crews continue to respond to explosions and fire that occurred in the port of Izmail early Sept 13 following drone strikes in the area. According to authorities, the incident has injured six civilians. The strikes have reportedly damaged port and other civil infrastructure. Further missile strikes are likely.

Emergency response operations will likely continue for several hours, prompting localized business and transport disruptions. Infrastructure damage may cause utility supply interruptions.

Context

The port of Izmail is 240 km (150 miles) southwest of Odessa in Odessa Region. It sits on the River Danube, on the border with Romania. It is essential for the continued export of Ukrainian agricultural products following the end of the Black Sea Initiative in mid-July.

Advice

Avoid the affected area. Heed all instructions from local authorities. Consider seeking alternative routes to circumvent the impact area.