On October 19, 2026, in Kyiv, as a result of a night attack by the Russian army, one person died and at least eight were injured. This was reported by the State Emergency Service (SES) of Kyiv.
Consequences of the Attack in Different Districts
Damages from the shelling were recorded in three districts of the capital:
- Desnyansky District: rescuers extinguished a fire in a three-story non-residential building, with partial destruction of the facade and damage to parked cars. One of the Kyiv metro stations was also affected.
- Solomiansky District: a fire occurred in a medical facility on the third floor of a 25-story residential building. The facade and glazing of the building were damaged.
- Dniprovsky District: as a result of the shelling, a building of an educational institution was damaged.
Response of Emergency Services
The SES of Kyiv is actively working to eliminate the consequences of the attack. Rescuers have already taken measures to extinguish fires and assess damages. City authorities urge residents to be cautious and adhere to safety measures due to the possibility of further shelling.