Russia attacks Pechenihy dam in Kharkiv Oblast: upper lock is destroyed
UKRAINSKA PRAVDA — WEDNESDAY, 21 SEPTEMBER 2022, 17:03
The upper lock on the Pechenihy dam in Kharkiv Oblast has been destroyed as a result of rocket attacks [by Russian forces]; there were no casualties.
Source: Kyrylo Tymoshenko, Deputy Head of the Office of the President, on Telegram
Quote from Tymoshenko: "The Russians have launched two rocket strikes on the Chuhuiv area. As a result of the attack, the upper lock on the Pechenihy dam has been destroyed."
Details: Tymoshenko says that there are no casualties. He gave assurances that the dam would be repaired: "We know what to do. Everything will be promptly repaired. The situation is completely under control."
Background:
- On 20 September, the Russian occupiers launched seven rocket strikes and 20 air strikes on Ukraine in an attempt to destroy the dam of the Pechenihy Reservoir in Kharkiv Oblast, but without success.
- People living in Pechenihy and neighbouring villages in Kharkiv Oblast were warned on 20 September about the possible flooding of their homes due to the Russian invaders’ strikes on the Pechenihy dam.
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