Air defenses in Kerch, Crimea, were attacked resulting in fires.
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Air defenses attacked, fires in Kerch on Aug 3, 2026.
Explosions and drones flying overhead were also reported in Kerch.
The pro-Ukrainian Telegram channel Krymskii Veter reported fires near the Kerch Bridge and an oil and gas terminal.
Explosions and drone activity were also reported in Kerch, particularly near Mount Mithridat and the Kerch Sea Port.
Local residents reported a fire near the port.
Explosions and fires were reported across occupied Crimea overnight on Aug. 3.
In Kerch, a fire broke out near the Central Market and bus station, close to the Kerch port.
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Source story: day-1626b-2026-08-11