Russia attacks energy facility in Odesa Oblast yet again, causing significant damage

Alyona Kyrychenko — 21 February, 11:04
Russia attacks energy facility in Odesa Oblast yet again, causing significant damage
A DTEK worker. Stock photo: Getty Images

Russia launched yet another attack on an energy facility belonging to DTEK, Ukraine's largest private energy company, in Odesa Oblast on the night of 20-21 February.

Source: DTEK

Details: DTEK reports that the attack has caused severe damage. Repairs are expected to take considerable time before the equipment can be fully operational.

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"We are currently working at the site, clearing the rubble. We will do everything possible to deal with the aftermath of the attack as quickly as possible," DTEK stated.

Background:

  • On the night of 16-17 February, Russia carried out yet another devastating strike on Odesa's energy infrastructure.
  • DTEK stated that the damage was extremely serious and that repairs would take a long time to return the equipment to working order.
  • On 20 February, power was restored to critical infrastructure facilities in Odesa following the Russian attack, and electricity was restored to 30,500 consumers.

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