# Fire erupts near Russian metallurgical plant after reported drone attack

https://mins.news/en/item/99084

- The Kyiv Independent, 2026-10-14 03:37 UTC
- World
- Original: https://kyivindependent.com/fire-breaks-out-near-russian-metallurgical-plant-after-reported-ukrainian-drone-attack/

> A fire broke out near a large metallurgical plant in Balakovo, Saratov region, after reported Ukrainian drone strikes on Oct. 14. The regional governor said several buildings were damaged and one person was killed; it was unclear whether the plant itself was hit, and the reports could not be independently verified.

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