Drone attack on oil depot in Yaroslavl Oblast, Russia
A large-scale fire has broken out at an oil depot in the city of Rybinsk, Yaroslavl Oblast, in the Russian Federation. Local residents report that the incident was caused by an attack by unmanned aerial vehicles.
Eyewitnesses are posting videos on social media showing the aftermath of the strike. According to local residents, a massive fire started on the facility's premises after the explosions, and the smell of fuel could be felt in the air. Some internet users even referred to the phenomenon as "oil rain" due to the fuel scattering after the blast.
At present, official sources in Russia are providing limited information regarding the extent of the damage. It is known that oil depots are critical facilities for supporting the logistics of the Russian army, which is why they frequently become targets during such attacks.
This event is part of a series of drone strikes on energy infrastructure facilities within Russian territory. Such incidents significantly impact the operation of the Russian fuel sector and demonstrate the vulnerability of facilities located far from the front line.
The situation in Rybinsk remains tense, and emergency services continue to work at the scene. Local authorities have not yet reported any civilian casualties.