Russia attacked the energy system of Poltava region: what is the situation with electricity and heating.

According to inkorr.com: On November 8, Russian troops struck the Ukrainian energy system, causing serious problems with electricity, heating, and water supply in Poltava and the region. This was reported by the head of the Poltava Regional Military Administration, Volodymyr Kohut, as noted by 'Glavcom'.

Kohut reported that the Russian army carried out a sudden attack on the energy facilities in Poltava region, resulting in prolonged electricity outages and interruptions in heating and water supply in many areas. He also emphasized that all relevant services are working at their limits to restore normal conditions.

'I assure you, all relevant services are working continuously at their limits to improve the situation,' - added Kohut.

The municipal enterprise 'Poltavateploenergo' reported that heating to homes will be restored at night thanks to the transition of the boiler house to alternative energy sources. Problems with energy supply are observed throughout Ukraine, hence 'Points of Invincibility' have been introduced.

Massive Russian Attack

In addition to official statements, residents on social media are also complaining about electricity outages in Poltava. The night of November 8 was marked by Russian strikes on energy infrastructure and residential areas, leading to casualties and significant destruction.

On the night of November 8, the Russian attack in Ukraine led to the shutdown of all thermal power plants of ‘Centrenergo’ JSC.

The city of Horyshni Plavni in Poltava region has been left without electricity, and work on restoring energy supply has already begun. The city council declared a state of emergency due to significant damage to energy facilities and the inability to quickly restore the system.

• Restoration work for water supply is underway.
• Work is being done to restore drainage.
• Utility services are taking measures to restore heating supply.

The events in Poltava and the region demonstrate how serious the consequences of the Russian military shelling are for the population. The destruction of the energy system has led to critical problems with the supply of electricity, heat, and water, requiring urgent measures to restore these systems.