Power outages due to shelling: Ministry of Energy names affected regions
26 May 11:59
In Ukraine, some consumers in six regions are temporarily without power due to hostilities and Russian shelling of energy facilities. This was reported by the Ministry of Energy of Ukraine, according to "Komersant Ukrainian"
According to the ministry, energy workers are operating in emergency mode, and emergency repair work is ongoing around the clock where the security situation permits.
Which regions are without power
As of May 26, 2026, power outages have been reported in six regions of Ukraine.
Consumers in the following regions remain partially without power:
- Dnipropetrovsk;
- Donetsk;
- Zhytomyr;
- Zaporizhzhia;
- Sumy;
- Kharkiv.
The power outages were caused by combat operations, shelling, and damage to energy infrastructure.
Power workers are working around the clock
Emergency crews are working in an enhanced mode. Restoration work continues around the clock, but in frontline and border areas, the pace of repairs depends on the security situation.
Utility workers can only begin repairs after receiving permission from the military and rescue services, when there is no immediate threat of renewed shelling or mine danger.
In regions that are regularly hit by Russian attacks, damage to the power grid may recur even after repairs have been completed. This is why some customers may be without power for longer than during typical emergency outages.
Will there be power outage schedules on May 26?
Despite localized power outages in six regions, no power restrictions are expected on May 26.
The Ministry of Energy has urged Ukrainians to monitor updates on the official websites of their regional power companies, as the situation may change depending on the state of the power grid and the consequences of shelling.
This means that we are not talking about nationwide power outage schedules, but rather emergency outages caused by damage to power grids or energy facilities in specific regions.
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Ukrainians are asked to conserve electricity
The Ministry of Energy has urged consumers to use electricity sparingly, especially during peak hours of system load.
The highest load usually occurs in the morning and evening hours, when people simultaneously use household appliances, lighting, electric stoves, water heaters, and other energy-intensive devices.
According to energy experts’ recommendations, it is better to shift heavy usage to daytime hours, specifically from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and during the evening—from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.—to reduce the use of high-power electrical appliances whenever possible.
How to reduce the load on the power grid
Ukrainians are advised not to turn on several high-power appliances at the same time. This primarily refers to washing machines, water heaters, electric heaters, air conditioners, electric stoves, ovens, irons, and dishwashers.
It is also advisable to charge power banks, phones, and other devices in advance, but avoid placing a sudden strain on the grid during peak hours.
Conserving energy helps the power grid operate more stably, especially amid constant Russian attacks on energy infrastructure.
Where to check information about power outages
The Ministry of Energy emphasizes that up-to-date information on power outages should be checked on the official websites of distribution system operators—the regional power companies in your area.
It is the regional power companies that publish information about emergency power outages, scheduled maintenance, possible schedules, and the restoration of power supply.
Do not trust unverified posts on social media or messaging apps if they do not include a link to an official source.
The power grid operates under constant risks
The Ukrainian power grid continues to operate under military threats. Russian shelling regularly damages power lines, substations, and other energy infrastructure facilities.
Despite this, energy workers continue to restore power, repair damaged equipment, and maintain the stability of the system. Local power outages in frontline and shelling-affected regions remain one of the main problems for consumers.
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