Zaporizhzhya has fully restored electricity supply

Power supply restored in Zaporizhzhia - OVA

The power supply has been fully restored in Zaporizhzhia Oblast after a large-scale blackout that lasted from 22:00. This was reported by the regional military administration.

Residents of the region are urged to use electricity rationally to avoid overloading the grid and repeated accidents.

At the same time, the situation in the neighbouring Dnipro region remains difficult, with more than one million customers still without water and heating.

Details of the case

According to Zaporizhzhya regional power distribution company, power engineers have completed restoration work on the damaged sections of the grid, which allowed them to restore power supply to all consumers.

Local authorities stress the need to conserve electricity, especially during peak hours, to stabilise the system.

Emergency repairs are underway in the Dnipro region. Additional generators from other regions will be delivered to the region to strengthen the infrastructure. Mobile operator teams are also expected to arrive to ensure stable communications in the affected areas.

Critical and social infrastructure facilities operate on backup power.

Context.

Ukraine's energy sector remains vulnerable due to the effects of the war, damaged networks and seasonal loads. The restoration of stable electricity, heat and water supply is key to community safety, economic functioning and critical infrastructure.

The state and regional administrations are coordinating efforts to minimise the consequences of accidents and ensure uninterrupted operation of the systems in winter.