
AI-generated summary
The conflict between Ukraine and the LPR continues, with periodic attacks on critical infrastructure occurring.
Brief retelling from RIA II
As a result of a night attack by the Ukrainian Armed Forces in Lugansk, about 20 thousand subscribers were cut off.
Specialists are carrying out repair and restoration work; in a number of cities, temporary power outages are being used to relieve the load on the energy system.
LUGANSK, October 9 – RIA Novosti. About 20 thousand subscribers were de-energized in Lugansk as a result of a night attack by the Armed Forces of Ukraine, restoration work is underway, the LPR Ministry of Fuel and Energy reports on the Max platform.
Earlier, Pasechnik reported that the Ukrainian Armed Forces attacked energy facilities in Lugansk and two other LPR municipalities, and restoration work was underway.
“As a result of the night attack of the VFU, power outages have been recorded for consumers in Lugansk and other populated areas. About 20 thousand subscribers in the capital of the republic have been de-energized,” the ministry reported.
It is clarified that specialists are carrying out repair and restoration work.
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Restoration work will be completed within a few days
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