On July 8th, russia launched massive strikes on Kyiv, Dnipro, Kryvyi Rih and other cities of Ukraine. This is one of the largest and most serious attacks on Ukraine since the beginning of the year. 38 people died and nearly 200 people were injured.
The cynical and brutal missile attack also damaged the building of the Ohmatdyt Children's Hospital, shocking Ukraine and the world.
As the hospital’s transformer substation was heavily damaged by the missile strike, DTEK immediately offered its help to Ohmatdyt to restore the grid connection. DTEK power engineers have been working 24/7 and brought power back to the hospital on 10th July.
“The determination of these crews, and every rescue worker across the country, is the perfect demonstration of why Ukraine will win this war. Our resolve remains strong. We will keep restoring light to the people of Ukraine, whatever evil russia perpetrates against us.”- stated DTEK CEO Mr. Timchenko on his X account.
Also, as a result of russian missile attack, three DTEK substations in Kyiv were heavily damaged. As of 17:00 on July 8th, DTEK emergency crews, using backup connection channels, restored power supply to almost all household consumers who were left without electricity due to attack.
Encouraging news from the NATO summit overnight: more air defence systems are heading to Ukraine. For the past four months, russia has rained down missiles on our power stations, destroying half the country’s energy system.
— Maxim Timchenko (@TimchenkoMaxim) July 10, 2024
As I told @JustinOnWeb on this morning’s Today… pic.twitter.com/S50T1Au7rg
russian missile attacks have severely damaged critical power infrastructure.
7th large-scale attack on DTEK's infrastructure since March 22, 2024.
DTEK's available generating capacity is destroyed or damaged around 90%.
DTEK appeals for decommissioned plant equipment, enhanced air defences, and increased energy imports.
