Main News Press Releases Electricity restored to 1,700 families in the Donetsk region: DTEK Donetsk Grids continues restorations after shelling

Electricity restored to 1,700 families in the Donetsk region: DTEK Donetsk Grids continues restorations after shelling

Thermal power generation08 October 2023
On October 7, DTEK Donetsk Grids specialists were able to restore power to 11 settlements, de-energized due to constant shelling of the Donetsk region, thus restoring electricity to homes of 1,700 families. Energy workers commence repairs of the grids once the shelling subsides and the military provide a permit for work performance.
Electricity restored to 1,700 families in the Donetsk region: DTEK Donetsk Grids continues restorations after shelling

Over the course of the day, DTEK Donetsk Grids emergency and repair crews have completely or partially restored electricity to 11 settlements, thus restoring power to homes of 1,739 families. 

Due to constant damage of grids and equipment by shelling, 109 settlements remain without electricity, as specialists of the energy company do not have access to work there. Energy workers will definitely restore electricity to all residents of the region once they obtain a permit for work performance from the Armed Forces of Ukraine. 

DTEK Donetsk Grids specialists are working non-stop for 592 days in a row and repair equipment and lines once it becomes possible. About 60 crews of the energy company are working daily on restorations in the region. 

To contact the company, please use official information channels only. DTEK Donetsk Grids specialists are ready to process your applications and answer all questions via remote service channels: DTEK Donetsk Grids website, company’s Facebook page. You can also contact the call center: +38 (093/096/099) 450 0 473, though it may take more time due to a large number of calls.  

Energy workers are working 24/7 and doing everything possible to provide electricity to every home. Only together and with joint efforts will we be able to endure and overcome these dark times!