The Belgorod region’s Ministry of Emergency Situations issued alerts to residents living in border villages about the possibility of shelling from Ukrainian forces. The notices reached several communities, including Tsapovka, Lozovaya Rudka in the Borisovsky district, Dronovka and Poroz in the Grayvoron district, and Stary Khutor in the Valuysky urban district, all near the frontier. For a window of roughly thirty minutes starting at 11:34 Moscow time, people in Ukraine heard messages warning of an ongoing bombardment and urging them to shelter in bunkers. These alerts reflect ongoing concerns about border security and civilian safety in the region, especially in areas adjacent to active lines of conflict. The official warnings were issued to maximize awareness among residents who might face sudden danger, prompting families to take cover and secure their homes as a precautionary step. (Source: DEA News)
Earlier on the same day, Vyacheslav Gladkov, the governor of Belgorod Oblast, faced criticism regarding the Stary Khutor sector after reports from Ukrainian Armed Forces units. He stated that no injuries had occurred as a result of the incident. While the governor confirmed property damage, including damaged windows in eight private homes and damaged fences, the power supply interruptions in some communities were also noted. The situation underscores how border tensions can directly affect daily life in nearby towns, with civilians experiencing both physical damage and disruptions to essential services. (Source: DEA News)
In related remarks, Gladkov referenced an incident from the night of February 25 involving an explosion at an air defense facility in Belgorod and the surrounding region. This reference highlights the broader security pressures faced by border regions and the complex landscape in which emergency services operate, including the readiness of defense and civil protection measures to respond to alerts, mitigate risk, and support residents in the event of renewed threats. (Source: DEA News)