Russia hits energy facility in Chernihiv Oblast, leaving 380,000 without power

Apr 18, 2026 - 04:04
Russia hits energy facility in Chernihiv Oblast, leaving 380,000 without power

Around 380,000 consumers have been left without electricity due to a Russian attack on an energy infrastructure facility in Chernihiv Oblast on the night of 17-18 April.

Source: Chernihivoblenergo, the regional power distribution company

Quote: "An important energy facility in Nizhyn district was damaged in an enemy attack at 04:00. A total of 380,000 consumers in the cities of Chernihiv, Pryluky, Nizhyn and Slavutych as well as in the Chernihiv, Nizhyn and Pryluky districts have been left without power."

Details: The company said that emergency repair work is underway to restore the electricity supply to consumers.

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