Crimea's Saki Thermal Power Plant Damaged in Attack
Translated from Lithuanian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- The Saki thermal power plant in Crimea was attacked on the night of June 28, causing significant damage.
- Satellite images show the main building completely burned, one fuel tank destroyed, and another damaged.
- The power plant is reportedly not operating, with no smoke visible from its chimneys.
The Saki thermal power plant in Crimea suffered extensive damage following an attack on the night of June 28. Monitoring group "Krymskyj Veter" reported, citing satellite imagery, that the main building of the power plant was completely destroyed by fire.
In addition to the main structure, one fuel storage tank was obliterated, and another sustained damage. Observers noted the absence of smoke emanating from the plant's chimneys, indicating that the thermal power station is currently non-operational. The attack reportedly involved 16 explosions within an hour, accompanied by flashes of light and a large fire.
The Saki thermal power plant is identified as the primary producer of thermal energy for the city of Saki and its surrounding district. Crimea is currently experiencing rolling power outage schedules due to disruptions in electricity supply and fuel shortages, which have also led to widespread internet connectivity issues across the peninsula.
The attacked Saki thermal power plant suffered great damage; the main building of the power plant burned down completely; one fuel tank was destroyed, and another was damaged.
Originally published by Delfi in Lithuanian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.