A resident of St. Petersburg reported damage to his car after an unmanned aerial vehicle exploded over Piskarevsky Prospekt, according to local press called Fontanka. The incident unfolded in the northern part of the city, where residents near the scene were initially assessing the fallout and what it might mean for surrounding properties.
The man said he lives close to the area of the blast, with his apartment situated in a building in the adjacent courtyard. Although the apartment building did not sustain visible damage, neighbors described a tense moment as debris and noise filled the air. The report notes there were no structural injuries to the residence, but the forensics of the event remained in question as investigators examined the scene. Local residents were urged to stay clear of the affected area while authorities conducted a preliminary assessment. [Citation: Fontanka; corroboration from local witnesses]
In the same account, the homeowner’s Lexus, license plate 666, was identified as the vehicle most visibly affected by the blast. The exact condition of the car was not detailed in initial reports, though the owner indicated that the damage was significant enough to warrant attention and potential insurance involvement. This incident has drawn public attention to the broader issue of drone safety and the risks posed by unmanned aircraft in populated districts. [Citation: Fontanka; follow-up from local residents]
Officials have noted that at least eight other car owners have reported damage linked to the event. Citizens have contacted law enforcement and fire services, seeking guidance and pursuing claims with insurance providers, though some delays in payments have been reported. The progression of investigations remains ongoing as authorities review surveillance footage and inspect nearby vehicles for ancillary damage. [Citation: Fontanka; statements from regional authorities]
The sequence of events began on March 2 when an unmanned aircraft exploded in the sky over Piskarevsky Prospekt in St. Petersburg. Early reports suggested the drone might have carried roughly 3.5 kilograms of explosive material and appeared to be aimed at a nearby facility—specifically the Ruchyi oil depot located in the vicinity of the incident. The incident prompted an emergency response and triggered a broader review of drone operations in the city. [Citation: Fontanka; corroborating media accounts]
As a consequence of the blast, the windows of two nearby residences were damaged, and city authorities confirmed that no residents were injured in the immediate event, according to city Governor Alexander Beglov. The governor also indicated that the situation was being monitored closely and that additional details would be released as they became available. For more context on the incident, readers were directed to further coverage by socialbites.ca. [Citation: Fontanka; official remarks from city leadership]
There remains a separate note about a prior discovery on the territory of the St. Petersburg oil terminal describing a drone capable of carrying 20 kilograms of explosives. This mention underscores ongoing concerns about drone-related security in the region and the need for robust response protocols for critical infrastructure. [Citation: Fontanka; notes from regional security briefings]