Fire at Russia's Astrakhan Gas Processing Plant due to falling drone debris

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  • 13 May, 2026
  • 11:05
Fire at Russia's Astrakhan Gas Processing Plant due to falling drone debris

The Astrakhan Gas Processing Plant in Russia was attacked by drones, and falling debris caused a fire, Astrakhan Region Governor Igor Babushkin wrote on social media, Report informs.

"There are no casualties or injuries among plant employees," he noted.

According to Babushkin, some drones were shot down, while others were suppressed by electronic warfare systems.

According to the Ministry of Emergency Situations, the fire will be extinguished within a few hours.