Multiple explosions rock Kyiv

By Samantha Allen

Published: October 10, 2022 | 8:00 AM GMT

According to Agence France-Presse journalists in the city, at least three loud explosions were heard in central Kyiv early on Monday, a day after Russian President Vladimir Putin blamed Ukraine for an explosion on a vital Crimea bridge.

Svitlana Vodolaga, a spokesperson for Kyiv’s Emergency Service, told the Associated Press that the blasts caused deaths and injuries. She stated that rescuers were operating in various locations.

The explosions occurred about 8:15 a.m. local time. More than an hour ago, air raid sirens were heard in the capital of Ukraine.

On October 10, 2022, rescue workers inspect the scene of a Russian attack on Kiev, Ukraine. Following months of relative peace in the Ukrainian capital, several explosions shook the city early in the morning. Adam Schreck / AP

Kyiv’s mayor Vitali Klitschko announced on social media that there were multiple explosions in the Shevchenkivskyi district — the heart of the city.

Social media videos depicted black smoke rising above many city neighborhoods.

A reporter for AFP observed multiple ambulances that appeared to be in route to the bomb site.

The explosions occurred a day after Putin blamed Ukrainian secret services for a tragic explosion on the bridge connecting Russia’s annexation of Crimea to Russia.

The last attacks on Kiev occurred on June 26.

About Samantha Allen

Samantha Allen is a seasoned journalist and senior correspondent at TDPel Media, specializing in the intersection of maternal health, clinical wellness, and public policy. With a background in investigative reporting and a passion for data-driven storytelling, Samantha has become a trusted voice for expectant mothers and healthcare advocates worldwide. Her work focuses on translating complex medical research into actionable insights, covering everything from prenatal fitness and neonatal care to the socioeconomic impacts of healthcare legislation. At TDPel Media, Samantha leads the agency's health analytics desk, ensuring that every report is grounded in accuracy, empathy, and scientific integrity. When she isn't in the newsroom, she is an advocate for community-led wellness initiatives and an avid explorer of California’s coastal trails.