Odesa Oblast
On the night of February 23, Russia attacked Odesa region with drones, targeting industrial and energy facilities. Two people were killed, three were injured, and there is significant damage to infrastructure.
As a result of the Russian missile and drone attack on February 22, consumers in six regions were left without power. Emergency restoration work has begun, and blackout schedules and consumption restrictions are in effect.
President Zelenskyy reacted to the massive Russian shelling on February 22, stating that almost 300 attack drones and 50 missiles were used. He emphasized the need to strengthen air defense, especially against ballistic missiles.
On the night of February 22, Russia attacked Ukraine with missiles and UAVs. Air defense shot down 33 missiles and 274 drones, hits were recorded.
On the night of February 22, Russian troops attacked Ukraine using strategic bombers and hundreds of drones. The main strike was aimed at Kyiv, with missiles moving through several regions.
The 147th separate artillery brigade of the 7th Airborne Assault Corps of the Armed Forces of Ukraine stopped the advance of an enemy sabotage and reconnaissance group north of Pokrovsk. 155-mm caliber fire eliminated three occupiers, and three more were seriously wounded.
On February 22, cloudy weather with clearings is expected in Ukraine. Snow and rain are forecast in some regions, with no precipitation in the rest of the territory.
Ukrenergo announced that on February 21, scheduled power outages will be in effect in most regions of Ukraine. This is due to the consequences of Russian attacks on energy facilities.
On February 20-25, water levels are expected to rise and possible flooding in a number of regions. Rescuers urge residents of coastal areas to be vigilant.
In Odesa region, after the Russian attack, critical infrastructure was powered up and electricity was restored to over 30,000 families. 68.4 thousand households remain without electricity due to significant damage.
As a result of hostilities and bad weather, consumers in 9 regions of Ukraine have been cut off from power, with the situation in Odesa region remaining difficult. Hourly and emergency blackouts are in effect in most regions, and electricity consumption is increasing.
Key problems in the regions are vulnerable distribution networks due to lack of protection and strikes on boiler houses, which can leave people without heat.
Due to hostilities and shelling of energy infrastructure, consumers in 5 regions have been cut off from electricity. In Odesa region, the electricity situation remains difficult after previous enemy attacks.
In Odesa region, due to bad weather, the movement of freight transport and buses on the M-15 highway has been restricted. Other state roads remain passable, with 133 units of equipment and over 180 employees working.
As a result of enemy attacks and bad weather, consumers in four regions of Ukraine have been left without power. In Odesa region, almost 100,000 subscribers are without electricity due to equipment damage and difficult weather conditions.
On February 18, a significant deterioration of weather conditions is expected in Ukraine, with the exception of the western regions. To coordinate rescue services, the Emergency Response Headquarters begins round-the-clock operation.
The Ministry of Energy discussed the consequences of Russia's massive attack on infrastructure, especially in the Odesa region and on the left bank of Kyiv. Ukraine will receive 10 generators from Estonia, 32 boilers from Italy, and equipment from other countries.
Russia massively attacked civilian and critical infrastructure in several regions of Ukraine, including energy facilities and railway infrastructure in four regions. In some regions, water and heat supply have been temporarily suspended; there are no casualties.
Over the past day, 201 combat engagements were recorded, the enemy launched two missile strikes and carried out 81 air strikes. The Russians used 4574 kamikaze drones and carried out 2306 shelling attacks.
Poland scrambled military aircraft on the night of February 17 due to Russian missile and drone attacks on Ukraine. Polish military also recorded objects resembling balloons from Belarus.
In Odesa region, Russian troops attacked Odesa and the surrounding area overnight, with three men reported injured, one of whom is in serious condition. Hits were recorded on warehouses, a car service station, and an apartment building.
On February 17, Russian troops launched a massive cruise missile attack on Ukraine. Air defense is actively working, but the threat remains high, especially for the western regions.
In Ukraine, the number of road accidents doubled in 5 hours, reaching 785 cases, 79 of which involved casualties. In Kyiv, 185 road accidents were recorded, 10 of which involved casualties.
As of morning, consumers in four regions are without power due to enemy attacks, and in seven regions due to bad weather. Emergency shutdowns have been implemented in some regions.
In Ukraine, due to bad weather, 377 road accidents occurred, 87 of them in Kyiv. The patrol police are regulating traffic and assisting drivers in difficult conditions.
Over the week, the occupiers launched about 1300 drones, over 1200 aerial bombs, and 50 missiles, almost all ballistic, at Ukraine. The main target of the strikes is energy infrastructure, and residential infrastructure has also been attacked.
During the night, the enemy massively attacked Odesa region with drones. Administrative buildings of the railway station and a fuel tank were damaged.
Energy supply stabilization continues in Ukraine after the shelling. Relevant ministries and heads of regional military administrations are preparing resources to respond to new attacks amid severe cold.
The head of customs clearance department No. 6 of Odesa customs was exposed for receiving bribes. He took money for each container and promised to reduce customs payments.
As a result of hostilities and shelling of energy infrastructure, consumers in 6 regions of Ukraine have been cut off from power. Heating supply disruptions have been recorded in Odesa, and hourly and emergency power outages are in effect in most regions.