Pripyat, Ukraine – A drone has reportedly struck the roof of the containment structure surrounding Reactor 4 of the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant, igniting a fire.
The incident occurred at the site of the 1986 nuclear disaster, which remains one of the most radioactive locations on Earth.
Fire Breaks Out, No Radiation Detected Yet
Emergency services are responding to the fire, but as of now, no radiation leaks have been detected. Authorities are closely monitoring the situation as concerns grow over the potential escalation of risks at the site.
Unclear Who is Responsible
It is not yet clear who launched the drone or why Chernobyl was targeted. The plant, which is now decommissioned, is located in the exclusion zone near Pripyat, a highly restricted area due to lingering radiation from the 1986 disaster.
Growing Concerns Over Nuclear Safety
Given Reactor 4’s history, experts are on high alert. The original explosion in April 1986 released a massive radioactive cloud across Europe, forcing thousands to evacuate and leaving lasting environmental damage.
Officials are expected to provide further updates on radiation levels, the cause of the attack, and the extent of the damage to the containment structure.
