Russia launched a ballistic missile attack on Kyiv on the morning of January 18, resulting in fires and casualties.
The Kyiv City Military Administration (KCMA) chief, Timur Tkachenko, and Kyiv Mayor Vitalii Klitschko reported the incident via Telegram.
The air raid alert in the capital was declared at 5:50 a.m., accompanied by a series of explosions before and after the signal. Ukraine’s Air Force warned that ballistic weapons could be used in regions under alert.
Shortly after, local authorities confirmed air defense systems were operational in Kyiv. Explosions caused water supply disruptions in some districts.
At 6:04 a.m., Klitschko reported that a non-residential building in the Shevchenkivskyi district was on fire, with emergency services dispatched. Later, it was confirmed that at least three people had died.
By 6:28 a.m., Klitschko stated that windows were shattered and smoke was visible in a residential building in the Shevchenkivskyi district. Glass elements at the entrance to the Lukianivska metro station were damaged, prompting its closure to passengers. Trains bypassed the station without stopping.
At 6:22 a.m., debris was reported to have fallen in the Desnianskyi district.
Updates:
- 6:41 a.m.: A water supply pipeline in the Shevchenkivskyi district was damaged. Repair teams were en route.
- 7:05 a.m.: Tkachenko reported four fatalities and three injuries in the Shevchenkivskyi district. Additionally, debris was found in the Holosiivskyi district, with no fire reported.
- 7:09 a.m.: The State Emergency Service (SES) reported extinguishing fires caused by the attack. Three cars were destroyed, and ten others were damaged. Administrative and business center buildings, as well as a shop, suffered partial destruction. A fire in one building was localized.
Casualties:
- SES confirmed three deaths and three injuries, while KCMA reported four fatalities.
A total of 84 rescuers and 22 firefighting and rescue units were involved in the response.
