Undefined Explosive Device (UED) event in Poltava area, Ukraine on Sun 2nd August 2026

2nd August 2026

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Russian attack causes leak of hazardous chemical in Poltava Oblast – photos, video.

A Russian attack has caused a leak of a hazardous chemical at a critical infrastructure facility in Poltava Oblast. Emergency responders have prevented the substance from spreading.

Source: State Emergency Service of Ukraine

Quote: "A hazardous chemical substance leaked from damaged storage tanks at a critical infrastructure facility as a result of the Russian strike."

Details: Experts from the radiation, chemical and biological protection team of the SES Special-Purpose Emergency Rescue Unit carried out a series of operations to seal the damaged tanks and stop the leaks.

It is reported that the rescue workers managed to eliminate the threat to their personnel, allowing rescue operations to continue safely.

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