- Russian drones hit Odesa’s power grid again, injuring seven people, sparking fires, and causing widespread outages.
- The strike marked the city’s third attack in early December, further straining Ukraine’s already vulnerable winter energy system.
Russian drones struck Odesa’s power grid again and injured seven civilians. The State Emergency Service reported that the overnight attack ignited a fire at a power facility. The strike also damaged nearby homes and cut electricity in several streets. It disrupted tram services and caused further confusion across the city. This attack marked the third strike on Odesa’s energy system in the first days of December.
Meanwhile, Russia continues its daily drone and missile campaign. The forces target residential areas and essential power sites. They intend to wound civilians and leave communities without heating or electricity. They hope to break the public’s resolve during the cold months. Their strategy grows more aggressive with each passing day.
In the early hours of 4 December, Russian drones hit another energy site in Odesa. The blast triggered a fire and damaged an administrative building. It also damaged several high-rise blocks and multiple cars. Emergency responders reached the scene within minutes. They rescued two civilians trapped in their flats. They also provided psychological support to 33 people, including six children.
Local officials confirmed widespread damage. The explosion shattered windows and doors in seven buildings. Authorities initially reported six injured civilians. Later updates raised the number to seven. Odesa City Military Administration chief Serhii Lysak said three wounded civilians were hospitalised in moderate condition.
Additionally, the strike cut power to part of the Peresypsky district. Tram routes No. 1 and No. 20 stopped running. Tram No. 7 continued operating but only on a shortened route between Khersonskyi Square and the 11th station of Lustdorf Road.
This latest attack followed two similar strikes on December 2 and 3. Both attacks targeted energy facilities in Odesa Oblast, resulting in additional fires. One strike injured a power sector employee and damaged vital infrastructure.
Ukrenergo, Ukraine’s national grid operator, warned that shortages may continue throughout the winter. Repair crews still face constant risk, and Russian attacks show no sign of slowing.