Thu Sep 12 08:51:00 UTC 2024: ## Thunderstorms and Drone Attacks Keep Ukrainians on Edge
**Kyiv, Ukraine** – The night of September 11-12 was a chaotic one for Ukrainians, as a combination of Russian drone attacks and a powerful thunderstorm rattled the nation. While Ukrainian air defenses battled Shahed-136 drones across the country, the capital city was also struck by a fierce storm, creating a nightmarish atmosphere for residents.
Ukrainian celebrities took to social media to share their experiences of the turbulent night. Singer Zlata Ognevich described the sounds of thunder as “eerie” and initially mistook them for air defense systems engaging enemy drones. Blogger and influencer Alina Pash commented on the unsettling combination of air raid sirens and the roar of thunder, calling it “crazy.”
Popular TV host Yuri Reshetnyk reacted to the situation with ironic humor, suggesting that US Secretary of State Antony Blinken should return to Kyiv as his presence seemed to calm the situation. “When you are here, there is no anxiety. Is it a coincidence? I don’t think so,” Reshetnyk quipped.
Other celebrities, like singer Alyona Omargalieva, simply summed up the night as a “grimy night without sleep.” Inna Miroshnychenko, wife of Ukrainian TV presenter Timur Miroshnychenko, shared a photo of her children sleeping soundly after a restless night, a poignant image of the resilience of the Ukrainian people amidst ongoing adversity.
Despite the challenging situation, Ukrainians continue to navigate the complexities of the war, relying on verified information from sources like the OBOZ.UA Telegram channel and Viber to stay informed and avoid falling victim to misinformation.
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