Fire Breaks Out at Tripolskaya Thermal Power Plant Amid Military Attack in Kyiv Region
A significant fire erupted at the Tripolskaya Thermal Power Plant as a result of a large-scale military offensive. The incident occurred during a night attack, leading to extensive damage primarily in the turbine hall, according to Andrei Gota, the chairman of the Supervisory Board of Centrenergo. Fortunately, the staff members on duty during the incident managed to survive the ordeal.
In the early hours following the attack, Ruslan Kravchenko, head of the Kyiv Regional Administration, confirmed that the fire ignited at a site of critical infrastructure due to hostilities launched by Russian forces. Although the fire has been partially extinguished, emergency responders are utilizing all available resources to mitigate the situation. Energy workers have successfully restored power supply, ensuring that residents have access to electricity, while water supply and sewage systems in the affected areas have also been restored.
In response to the ongoing crisis, Alexander Turenko, the mayor of Ukrainka, urged residents to charge their devices and stockpile water, emphasizing that «stability points» are operational around the clock to provide assistance in the region. The community remains resilient, mobilizing resources and support in light of the emergency.
This incident underscores the vulnerability of critical infrastructure amid ongoing military hostilities and highlights the ongoing challenges faced by communities in the region. Efforts to restore normalcy continue amidst the backdrop of conflict, with local officials and energy workers playing a crucial role in aiding residents.
