The Donetsk People's Republic is completely without power after night attacks by the Ukrainian Armed Forces
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- As a result of night shelling by the Ukrainian Armed Forces, the Donetsk People's Republic was left without power supply.
- Chairman of the regional government Andrei Chertkov announced the start of restoration work and the gradual return of electricity to residents’ homes.
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Why It Matters
The region was hit by overnight attacks, resulting in a power outage throughout the area.
DONETSK, October 4 - RIA Novosti. The Donetsk People's Republic has been completely cut off from power as a result of night attacks by the Armed Forces of Ukraine in the region, said the Chairman of the Government of the Republic Andrei Chertkov.
“Tonight, as a result of enemy attacks, the Republic was completely cut off from power. But almost immediately, repair crews began restoring power supply,” Chertkov wrote in his Telegram channel.
He added that the leadership of the republic and employees of all services are at their workplaces around the clock. Elimination of the consequences of the shelling is ongoing, and light is gradually returning to the homes of residents of the region.
“As for water supply, where there is a technical possibility, water will be supplied strictly according to the established regime,” Chertkov noted.
Open Questions
- What is the time frame for full restoration of power supply?
- What is the extent of damage to energy infrastructure?
