Missile strike in Ukraine sparks multiple fires in Cherkasy, injuring six

A missile attack on the central Ukrainian city of Cherkasy has injured six people and ignited fires across the city, during the early hours on Thursday, according to regional officials. Authorities say the flames have since been extinguished and that there is no further threat to residents.

Ihor Taburets, Head of the Cherkasy Regional Military Administration, reported the incident on Telegram, saying emergency services were working at multiple sites.

“Missile attack on the regional center. We have several fires across the city. According to preliminary data, six people have been injured,” Taburets said.

According to local reports, there were six people who were injured.

Later updates from Taburets confirmed that firefighters had brought the situation under control.

“According to rescuers, all fires have been extinguished. There is no threat to the population,” he wrote.

Local authorities have not released further details about the type of missile used or the specific sites targeted.

Emergency crews remain on alert as investigations continue.

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