Russia attacked the energy infrastructure of six regions of Ukraine: where there are power outages
27 February 12:57
As a result of new Russian strikes on energy infrastructure on the morning of February 27, power outages were reported in six regions of Ukraine. This was reported by Ukrenergo, according to "Komersant Ukrainian".
According to the company, consumers in the following regions were left without power:
- Kharkiv region;
- Chernihiv region;
- Sumy region;
- Donetsk region;
- Dnipropetrovsk region;
- Zaporizhzhia region.
Emergency shutdowns and power restrictions
Energy experts note that due to the consequences of previous massive attacks, the following continue to be in effect in most regions of Ukraine:
- power restrictions for industry;
- hourly power outage schedules for the population;
- emergency power cuts in certain regions.
Where the security situation allows, emergency repair work is already underway.
The situation with electricity consumption
According to Ukrenergo, electricity consumption is in line with seasonal indicators. As of the morning of February 27, it was 1.3% lower than at the same time the previous day.
Energy companies are calling on Ukrainians to:
- limit the use of powerful electrical appliances;
- to shift energy-intensive processes to nighttime hours (after 11 p.m.);
- follow recommendations for economical consumption.
Massive drone attack
On the night of February 27, Russia carried out a large-scale air attack. According to official data, 187 strike drones of various types were used.
Air defense forces destroyed 165 drones, but hits were recorded at 14 locations.
It was the strikes on energy facilities that caused new power outages.
What this means for the regions
New damage to the power grid may:
- lead to a temporary extension of power outage schedules;
- affect the work of enterprises;
- complicate the situation in frontline areas.
Energy companies are working to stabilize the system and are urging the population to remain calm.
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