20 August 2026

Thousands of people were left without power following a massive attack on the Odesa region

(Photo: State Emergency Service of Odessa Oblast)

On the night of August 19–20, Russian troops launched a massive attack on the southern part of the Odesa region, targeting civilian infrastructure.

This was reported by Oleg Kipper, head of the Odesa Regional Military Administration.

<picture></picture>Consequences of the nighttime attack in the Odesa region. Photo: Regional State Emergency Service

As a result of the strike, power outages occurred in several communities. As of this morning, 13,000 customers remained without power; utility crews are already working to restore service.

At one of the locations, two semi-trucks carrying food caught fire. The fires caused by the attack have already been completely extinguished.

<picture></picture>Consequences of the nighttime attack in the Odesa region. Photo: Regional State Emergency Service

According to the Odesa Regional State Administration, there were no fatalities or injuries. Cleanup efforts following the enemy attack are ongoing at the sites of the incidents.

Ірина Глухова

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