CHP plant burns in Smolensk after UAV attack

Part of Smolensk was left without power, and a fire broke out at the local CHP plant

Explosions occurred in Smolensk, followed by a fire broke out at a local thermal power plant (TPP).
Local Telegram channels report that a drone crashed into the facility, which is likely to have caused the fire.

After the explosion part of the city was left without electricity supply, and in several areas there were interruptions in communication.

Response of local authorities

Smolensk authorities confirmed fire at an energy facility, but traditionally did not specify the cause of the fire.
At the same time in the region declared an air raid alert due to the threat of a UAV attack.

«Emergency services are working at the site. A headquarters has been set up to coordinate the work,» the city administration said in a statement.

Consequences.

According to local sources, The fire at the CHP plant is visible from several districts of the city. The fire engulfed part of the energy complex. No civilian casualties were reported.

Context.

Smolensk region in recent months regularly subject to drone attacks, The Russian Federation has been targeting military targets.
The region is an important logistical hub for supplying resources to the Russian army, which is why Ukrainian drones often target it.