A significant fire broke out in Lipetsk, covering an area of about 2,500 square meters after a drone attack. Residents reported hearing explosions and seeing smoke rising from the vicinity during the night.
According to regional governor Igor Artemov, the fire occurred in an open area of the industrial site. Authorities are currently investigating the cause of the incident.
Reports indicate that the blaze started between the Lipetsk Thermal Power Plant and the Novolipetsk Steel Plant (NLMK). The specific details regarding what was targeted in the attack and what is currently burning remain unclear.
Monitoring channels have been sharing footage of the extensive fire.
Background
- The Novolipetsk Steel Plant (NLMK) is the largest steel mill in Russia, producing around 20% of the country’s steel. Propaganda media claim that the plant manufactures civilian products, although its steel is reportedly supplied to companies involved in missile production. The plant has been subjected to attacks in the past.
- Lipetsk TPP-2 is one of the largest thermal power plants in the Black Earth region, providing heat to Lipetsk and various industrial facilities in the area.
