In a recent incident, the Shatura hydroelectric power plant in Russia was targeted by a drone attack this Sunday. While air defense systems successfully intercepted and destroyed several drones, some managed to breach the plant’s perimeter, igniting a fire that has since been brought under control. The governor of the region, Andrei Vorobyov, confirmed the details via his Telegram channel, emphasizing that the attack did not disrupt the electricity supply to Shatura, a city with a population of approximately 36,000.
Vorobyov highlighted the swift activation of backup power lines to ensure uninterrupted service. Additionally, mobile modular boiler units were deployed to the municipality to provide heating support until the situation stabilizes. The governor reassured the public that the head of the Shatura municipality and emergency response teams are actively managing the situation on-site, stating, ‘The situation is under control; there is no danger to residents.’
This incident follows a broader escalation in drone warfare, as the Russian Defense Ministry reported shooting down 75 Ukrainian attack drones over the past day. These drones were allegedly targeting multiple regions in the European part of Russia, underscoring the growing tensions in the ongoing conflict.