40% Of Ukraine's Electrical Grid Has Now Been Seriously Damaged

People shop during an electricity outage, in Kharkiv © Reuters/CLODAGH KILCOYNE  

RFE: Ukraine Forced To Restrict Electrical Power As Damage To Network Takes Toll 

Ukrainian officials on October 19 told citizens to expect power outages and restrictions on electricity supply as the country copes with damage to its infrastructure caused by Russian air strikes. 

Various regions of Ukraine may experience power outages to reduce the load on the electrical network on October 19 and 20, an adviser to the energy minister said. 

The adviser, Oleksandr Kharchenko, said there will be outages, including some that are scheduled. 

"Unfortunately, according to new data, about 40 percent of the total infrastructure is seriously damaged. Repair and connection work is ongoing, but outages are expected today and tomorrow," Kharchenko said on Ukrainian television.  

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WNU Editor: Russia shows no signs of easing up in targeting Ukraine's grid. 

40% Of Ukraine's Electrical Grid Has Now Been Seriously Damaged  

Ukrainians told to 'charge everything' as power grid hit by Russia -- BBC  

Ukraine curbs power usage after Russian attacks energy plants -- Reuters  

Ukraine says situation 'critical' after Russia attacks power grid -- France 24  

Ukraine’s coming winter looks colder after Russia targets energy supply -- The Guardian



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