Chemical plant in Russia's Stavropol Krai on fire after drone strike – photo, video

A chemical plant has come under a drone attack in the Russian city of Nevinnomyssk in Stavropol Krai, triggering a fire at the facility.

Source: Astra and other Telegram channels; Stavropol Krai Governor Vladimir Vladimirov

Details: According to Russian channels, the Azot chemical plant in Nevinnomyssk in Stavropol Krai is being targeted by UAVs.

They also noted that the plant has been attacked at least six times since the beginning of Russia's full-scale war against Ukraine.

For reference: Nevinnomyssk Azot is one of the largest chemical industry facilities in southern Russia and is part of the EuroChem Group.

It produces a range of chemical compounds with dual-use applications – civilian use in agrochemicals and strategic use in the military sphere.

Update: A fire in Naberezhnye Chelny in Tatarstan was also reported. Prior to the fire, an air-raid warning had been issued in the city due to a drone threat.

According to local authorities, the fire in Naberezhnye Chelny spread over 6,000 sq m. An electrical equipment manufacturing facility is burning there.

Update: Vladimirov confirmed a drone attack near Nevinnomyssk in the morning.

In line with standard Russian official statements, he claimed there were "no casualties or damage".

He also did not comment on the fire at the chemical plant, which had been shown in videos posted by Russian Telegram channels.

Background: The Azot plant in Nevinnomyssk was previously targeted in drone strikes.

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