A fire in the Askania-Nova biosphere reserve in Kherson Oblast… (заповедник · вид · степь)
A fire in the Askania-Nova biosphere reserve in Kherson Oblast, caused by Ukrainian drone strikes, destroyed about 2,100 hectares of steppe vegetation and killed rare flora and fauna including endangered species like the steppe viper. The fires began on June 24th and were partially extinguished by June 28th.
Consensus
- A fire destroyed approximately 2,100 hectares of steppe in the Askania-Nova reserve.
- The fires were caused by Ukrainian drone strikes (BPLAs).
- The first fire occurred on June 24th and there were eight additional incidents.
- The fire resulted in destruction of rare flora and fauna including the steppe viper.
Points of divergence
- The fire was caused by Ukrainian drones attacking the reserve, with a satellite image published showing burned areas. — vesti
- The government of Russia created the Askania-Nova biosphere reserve and nature reserve in November 2024, which are under the jurisdiction of the Ministry of Natural Resources. — interfax
Coverage (4 sources)
- Fire in the 'Askaniya-Nova' Nature Reserve Destroyed Rare Steppe Flora and Fauna — Вести
- Approximately 2,100 hectares of steppe burned in the Khersonsky reserve 'Askaniya-Nova' due to UAV strikes — Интерфакс
- Fire in the Reserve in Kherson Region Suppressed — Вести
- Drone attack sparked fires in the Askania-Nova nature reserve — Вести