A drone strike on Wildberries warehouses in Elektrostal and an oil depot in Noginsk resulted in one death and 61 injuries, causing significant damage and widespread smoke.

A Ukrainian drone attack targeted Wildberries warehouses in Elektrostal and an oil depot in Noginsk on July 18, 2026. The strikes resulted in one confirmed death and 61 injuries, with victims suffering from shrapnel wounds, blast injuries, burns, and smoke inhalation. The resulting fires created large plumes of smoke visible from the air and stretching over 100 kilometers.

Impact on Infrastructure and Operations

Preliminary estimates suggest the damage from the fire exceeds 50 billion rubles, potentially affecting up to 15 percent of all Wildberries warehouse space. While the company recently updated its seller agreement to release itself from liability regarding drone attacks, CEO Tatyana Kim stated that Wildberries is working to provide compensation and financial support to affected merchants.

Local Response and Aftermath

In Elektrostal, the attack caused localized damage, including broken glass at a nearby kindergarten, though no injuries were reported at that site. Residents have expressed frustration over the incident, with some criticizing the effectiveness of local fire hydrants and the perceived lack of preparedness. Emergency services and firefighting teams, including helicopters, have been deployed to the scene, though the scale of the fire has made containment difficult.

Employee and Resident Concerns

Many current and former Wildberries employees have gathered near the site, hoping to recover personal belongings or vehicles left on the premises. Some vehicles parked at the facility were destroyed by the fire or buried under collapsed metal cladding. Rumors regarding the death toll have circulated among residents, though official reports confirm only one fatality.