Missile alert declared again in Saratov region

Authorities in Russia's Saratov region have once again issued a missile danger alert, urging residents to take immediate shelter. The warning was first announced on June 22, 2026, via the regional Main Directorate of the Ministry of Emergency Situations (MChS) through the Telegram channel "Max." According to the statement, citizens were advised to stay away from windows and, if outdoors or in vehicles, to proceed quickly to the nearest available shelter, such as a building, parking garage, or underground passage.

A second alert followed the next day, on June 23, at approximately 10:59 local time. The MChS repeated the guidance, emphasizing that residents should remain calm and follow the instructions. The agency explicitly warned against approaching windows or balconies, and urged people to take cover in interior spaces like corridors, bathrooms, or hallways, away from windows. The emergency number 112 was provided for additional assistance.

Local officials, including a representative from the regional government, confirmed that the threat at the time had not materialized, stating that "no missile strikes were recorded on the region's territory." However, the official cautioned that the situation remained tense and urged residents to continue to follow safety protocols. The alert was later lifted in the afternoon of June 23.

These alerts come amid ongoing Russian military operations near the border with Ukraine, where cross-border missile attacks have been reported in recent weeks. The repeated warnings have heightened anxiety among residents, who have been instructed to remain vigilant and prepared to take shelter at short notice.