Russia Avenue has been (unofficially) renamed to support Ukraine in California city
A street in San Francisco has been unofficially renamed as a show of solidarity with Ukraine amid Russian attacks on the country.
The street, located in San Francisco’s Excelsior neighborhood, is called Russia Avenue. But signs with the street’s name have been modified — and now read “No War” and ”Ukraine,” ABC 7 reported.
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The changes, made by an unknown person, can be seen on four signs on two intersections of Russia Avenue, SFGate reported.
The modifications come as businesses, politicians, celebrities and more continue to demonstrate support for Ukraine in various ways.
McDonald’s, Starbucks and Coca-Cola announced on March 8 that they would be ceasing operations in Russia, the Associated Press reported. Meanwhile, celebrities like supermodel sisters Gigi and Bella Hadid have made statements on social media announcing monetary donations to people affected by the invasion.
The city of San Francisco has also made gestures to express support for Ukraine — for instance, on Feb. 26, Mayor London Breed said in a Tweet that City Hall would be lit up in the colors of the Ukrainian flag throughout the weekend.
San Francisco’s Bernal Rock was also repainted in blue and yellow to symbolize the city’s support for the country, SFGate reported. The rock also included Russian phrases that translated to “Glory Ukraine” and “Russian ship — go ---- yourself,” the outlet reported.
The city of San Francisco and Mayor London Breed did not immediately respond to McClatchy News’ requests for comment about the street signs.
This story was originally published March 9, 2022 at 3:50 PM with the headline "Russia Avenue has been (unofficially) renamed to support Ukraine in California city."