Russians launched large-scale Shahed drone attack on Sumy causing water and power outages in city

Olha Hlushchenko — Tuesday, 17 September 2024, 06:50

The Russians launched a large-scale Shahed drone attack on the city of Sumy on the night of 16-17 September.

Source: Sumy Oblast Military Administration (SOMA); Suspilne Sumy, a Sumy-related branch of Ukrainian public broadcaster, citing acting mayor of the city Artem Kobzar

Quote: "Last night, the enemy launched a large-scale airstrike on the city of Sumy using Shahed UAVs."

Details: The administration added that the aftermath of the attack is being clarified, and all services are working to address the impact of the attack.

Quote from SOMA: "Air defence forces are actively engaged in air defence and countering enemy strikes."

Update: Kobzar reported that as a result of the attacks on Sumy, water is being supplied to the city at a decreased pressure.

Due to the lack of electricity, trolleybuses will not run on Tuesday.

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