On October 18, 2026, Saint Petersburg and the Leningrad region were subjected to a massive drone attack, resulting in numerous fires and power outages.
Details of the Attack
According to the governor of the Leningrad region, Alexander Drozdenko, 126 drones were shot down during the attack. The assault affected various districts, including:
- Nevsky
- Krasnoselsky
- Krasnogvardeysky
- Moskovsky
A fire broke out at the Saint Petersburg Oil Terminal, and operations at Pulkovo Airport were limited, with passengers being moved to shelters.
Impact on the Population
As a result of the attack, approximately 20,000 people were left without electricity. The governor reported debris from drones falling on:
- a private house in Kirovsk
- an apartment building in Vsevolozhsk
- four cars in a parking lot in Nizino
There were also disruptions to mobile internet service in Saint Petersburg. Fortunately, there were no casualties among the population.
Government Response and Further Actions
The Ministry of Emergency Situations (EMERCOM) is actively working to eliminate the aftermath of the fires caused by the attack. Governor Beglov noted that services are working to extinguish fires in the city’s infrastructure.
Pulkovo Airport is adjusting its flight schedule to ensure the safety of passengers and staff. Authorities are urging the population to adhere to safety measures and remain in shelters until the situation stabilizes.