Rescuers came under repeated enemy fire, while extinguishing a fire at a farm: photos

In Sumy region, rescuers were hit by a second enemy strike while extinguishing to a fire at a farm.

This was reported by the State Emergency Service of Sumy region.

"On the morning of December 24, a drone attack on the Krolevets community damaged a farm building, sparking a fire. Rescuers quickly localized the blaze and prevented it from spreading. During their work, they heard the sound of an enemy drone and managed to retreat to a safe distance," the statement reads.

Shortly after, a "Shahed" drone struck near the site of the initial impact.

The fire was extinguished.

Preliminary reports indicate no human casualties, but animals perished.

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