Residents Evacuated Near Blazing Refinery in Tuapse

10:56; 28 April 2026 year

### Fire Breaks Out at Tuapse Refinery Following Drone Attack Krasnodar Region Governor Veniamin Kondratyev has reported a serious incident in Tuapse, where a fire erupted at a major oil refinery following an attack by unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). Kondratyev stated that over 160 rescue workers and approximately 50 units of specialized equipment have been deployed to extinguish the blaze. Emergency services are providing updates on the situation around the clock, with plans to reinforce the rescue effort in the near future. Sergey Boyko, head of the Tuapse district, noted that residents of nearby homes are being evacuated as a precautionary measure. A temporary shelter has been set up at School No. 6 for those affected. Authorities are urging citizens to remain calm and follow the instructions of emergency services. The fire at the Tuapse refinery was first reported on the morning of April 28. According to the operational headquarters of the Krasnodar Region, the cause of the fire was the debris from fallen drones.

Investment

Events

Niches and markets

Technologies and trends

Development infrastructure