Kyiv mayor reports homes shelled just north of city center

By AP 16 March 2022, 9:06 pm

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Kyiv mayor Vitali Klitschko says Russian shelling damaged several residences in the city’s Podil neighborhood, just north of the city center and about 2.5 kilometers (1.5 miles) from the so-called “government quarter” that holds the presidential palace, president’s office, and other significant offices.

The State Emergency Service says there were no casualties from the attack, which caused three homes to catch fire.

Kyiv residents have been huddled in homes and shelters amid a citywide curfew that runs until Thursday morning, as Russia shelled areas in and around the city.

Earlier, a 12-story apartment building in central Kyiv erupted in flames after being hit by shrapnel.