Massive attack on Odesa region: energy and port infrastructure damaged

A massive blow to Odesa region

On the night of 22 October, Russian troops attacked again civilian infrastructure in Odesa region.
This was reported by Odesa regional military administration (OMA).

«Energy and port facilities were damaged in Izmail, and fires broke out. There were no casualties,» the JMA said in a statement.

Damage to energy and port facilities

As a result of the attack, the following was recorded hitting several critical infrastructure facilities, including power plants and port facilities, The company's logistics operations on the Danube were supported by the Danube.
Several sites have been affected by fires, The rescuers quickly eliminated the fire.

Energy supply gradually recovering, а The city's critical infrastructure is powered by generators.

Response of local authorities

The Head of the Odesa Regional Military Administration stressed that The attack on Izmail is another attempt by Russia to disrupt the work of Danube ports and create problems with the region's energy supply.
Local services have already deployed points of invincibility for the population, and the power sector continues to restore the power grid.

«The city lives and works, the situation is under control. I thank all the services for their efficiency,» said the head of the region.

Context: attacks on Danube ports

For several months now, Odesa region has been one of the main targets of Russian attacks.
After Russia's withdrawal from the grain deal, the enemy regularly hits port and transport infrastructure in Izmail, Reni and Bolgrad, in an attempt to block Ukrainian exports across the Danube.