In Kryvyi Rih, city officials reported a strike on a critical energy facility, according to the local government channel. The destruction prompted the implementation of rolling outages and controlled power cuts to stabilize the grid while repairs are planned. Energy workers are coordinating emergency shutdowns to protect equipment and prevent broader outages across the region.
Residents in Kryvyi Rih are experiencing disruptions to the water supply as maintenance crews work under challenging conditions. When possible, water systems rely on backup generators to maintain essential service for households and critical facilities.
Earlier, Ukraine’s national energy operator Ukrenergo declared a state of emergency as the country’s unified power system faced a sharp drop in consumption, surpassing fifty percent. The declaration signaled a move toward a system-wide stress scenario and highlighted a substantial capacity gap within the country’s energy network.
Earlier updates from Kharkiv regional authorities described extensive destruction to infrastructure following recent rocket strikes, underscoring the broader regional impact on energy and utilities.
At dawn, authorities across Ukraine issued an air-raid alert, underscoring the ongoing security situation and the need for precautionary measures for residents and critical services alike.