The Belgorod region’s leadership reported a fresh flare of hostilities when the night brought reports of a strike on an industrial facility in the village of Borisovka. The message, issued through the region’s telegraph channel, said that Ukrainian Armed Forces targeted the site late on February 4, prompting authorities to prolong the region’s level of terrorist threat to yellow for an unspecified period. The governor, Vyacheslav Gladkov, emphasized that this decision followed a formal assessment aimed at preserving public safety and ensuring readiness across emergency services and civil defense structures. The event has already catalyzed heightened vigilance, with regional authorities outlining the need for rapid response protocols and continuous monitoring as the situation develops [Source: Belgorod regional administration].
Officials confirmed that the fire at the industrial facility was localized by personnel from the Ministry of Emergency Situations, with ongoing efforts to extinguish remaining hot spots and prevent secondary incidents. There were no reported injuries among workers at the site, and staff were evacuated in good time as a precautionary measure. The governor noted that the immediate objective was to minimize damage to infrastructure and maintain essential operations elsewhere in the region. Local responders and enterprise staff coordinated under a unified command to ensure the prompt deployment of rescue resources and to safeguard neighboring communities from potential fallout, including chemical or smoke hazards that could threaten nearby residents and ecosystems [Source: regional communications office].
Gladkov announced that the yellow level of terrorist threat in the Belgorod region would remain active indefinitely, a decision he described as necessary for ongoing safety and deterrence. He stated that such authority had been granted by the president, enabling the governor to extend protective measures as required. The decision reflects a broader strategy to maintain readiness across border areas and industrial zones, emphasizing rapid information sharing with residents and businesses while avoiding unnecessary disruption to daily life. Citizens were urged to stay informed through official channels and to report any suspicious activity or emergencies promptly, reinforcing a culture of vigilance that authorities believe is vital during periods of elevated risk [Source: presidential administration guidance].
Earlier in the month, the region had already faced multiple security alerts. On February 1, the village of Novostroevka in the Grayvoron urban district reported a security assessment following the latest developments, with authorities coordinating with local law enforcement to review perimeter controls and public safety protocols. A few days prior, on January 31, officials described activity involving air defense systems over the Belgorod region and the Shebekinsky district, noting that two munitions were intercepted and did not cause harm to populated areas. The recurring pattern of alerts prompted the regional leadership to reinforce communication lines with residents, clarify the status of protective ordinances, and reiterate the commitment to transparent updates as information becomes available. The focus remained on preventing escalation, preserving critical infrastructure, and ensuring that emergency services remain in a state of constant readiness [Source: regional briefings].