Aftermath of Russian attack on power system: several regions left without electricity

Russia carried out a large-scale combined attack on energy infrastructure in several regions of Ukraine on the night of 23-24 March, leaving some consumers without electricity.

Source: Ukraine's Ministry of Energy

Details: Power outages have temporarily affected consumers in Zaporizhzhia, Odesa, Poltava, Sumy, Kharkiv and Kherson oblasts. Energy workers are already working to restore the electricity supply.

Meanwhile, rolling power outages for households will be in effect from 16:00 to 22:00 in most regions, along with power restrictions for industry until the end of the day.

Energy officials are urging people to use electricity sparingly, especially during morning and evening peak hours, in order to reduce strain on the system.

Background: On the night of 23-24 March, Russia launched a combined strike on Ukraine's critical infrastructure using attack UAVs as well as air- and ground-launched missiles. Air defence units intercepted 390 out of 426 aerial assets launched.

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