Ukraine: Explosions reported in Kyiv amid Russian missile strikes

Event

Explosions have been reported in and around Kyiv amid Russian missile strikes early Sept. 10. Ukrainian air defenses reportedly intercepted several missiles. There have been no initial reports of injuries or significant damage. However, fallen debris struck an apartment building in the Shevchenkivskyi district.

Emergency services will likely remain at the impact site in Kyiv over the coming hours. Localized ground travel disruptions are likely. Further Russian missile attacks against Ukraine are likely in the coming days.

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. 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.