The Belgorod Region Endures Ongoing Shelling Near the Ukrainian Border
The Grayvoronsky urban district in Belgorod region faced renewed shellfire. Authorities with the regional emergency service reported no confirmed information yet about casualties or property damage at the moment of the briefing. The situation was conveyed through the regional emergency service channel, emphasizing ongoing risk and the need for vigilance.
In a subsequent update, the emergency service noted that shelling continues in the Grayvoronsky area, specifically in the village of Gorkovsky. Local residents were advised to seek shelter in designated safe spaces, including basements and other protected locations, to minimize exposure to potential blasts and debris.
On the evening of March 13, regional governor Vyacheslav Gladkov announced a power outage in Grayvoron linked to the bombardment along the border region. The outage affected traffic signals, essential services, and daily life for residents as crews worked to restore electricity and assess the damage path.
Earlier, regional officials stated that more than 120 buildings in the Belgorod region sustained damage due to shelling attributed to Ukrainian armed forces over the prior 24 hours. The authorities underscored the volatile security environment and urged residents to remain in protected areas until safety could be reestablished.
Throughout the week, officials confirmed multiple missile threats in the region, declaring alerts at least three times in a single day. The repeated warnings heightened concerns for local communities and infrastructure, with emergency planners coordinating relief and evacuation readiness.
Prior statements from regional authorities also referenced an incident at an infrastructure facility connected to the energy or transport network, indicating a broader impact on regional resilience and recovery efforts. The authorities continue to monitor the situation and provide updates as they become available, while stressing the importance of staying indoors during periods of heightened risk [citation: Belgorod regional administration communications center].