
99 clashes at front on Feb. 9: Ukrainian forces repel 33 Russian attacks in Pokrovsk sector
He shared the information on Telegram.
"The process of controlled fuel burning continues. Specialists are working around the clock to take all necessary measures for liquidation," Busargin stated.
According to him, the amount of smoke and the fire area are allegedly decreasing.
"Recent air samples have also not revealed any exceeding levels of harmful substances," the official added.
It is worth noting that the fuel stored at the Kombinat Kristal oil depot, which was struck by Ukrainian forces, is intended for the Russian Engels-2 military airfield, from where Russian tactical aviation conducts strikes on Ukraine. Additionally, those aircraft may be equipped with nuclear weapons.