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

- 21 February, 11:04
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.

"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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