# Ukraine energy infrastructure and security threats

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/ukraine-energy-infrastructure-and-security-threats
> Updated: 2026-08-28T02:24:51.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

As winter approaches, Ukrainian citizens face heightened anxiety regarding the stability of the national energy grid due to ongoing Russian air strikes. In mid-August, officials in Kyiv worked to debunk disinformation regarding potential government-imposed lockdowns in major cities like Kyiv, Kharkiv, and Odesa, with the Center for Countering Disinformation stating such rumors were not based on official data.

By late August, the security situation escalated in Kherson. Governor Oleksandr Prokudin issued urgent evacuation pleas for families, children, and the elderly following intensified Russian attacks on critical infrastructure. The use of glide bombs has caused severe damage to the city’s heating station, creating a risk that residents could be left without electricity or heating for an extended period. Officials noted that Ukraine currently lacks the defensive capabilities to intercept these specific types of aerial weapons.

## Claims

- Oleksandr Prokudin reported that Russian forces are increasing daily attacks on critical infrastructure. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Kherson may face a prolonged loss of electricity and heating due to infrastructure damage. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Russian forces used glide bombs to strike the Kherson heating station, causing severe damage. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Ukraine currently lacks the means to intercept the specific drones and guided bombs being used in the region. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Authorities have urged residents, particularly families with children and the elderly, to evacuate Kherson. (corroborated by 3 sources)

## Timeline

### 2026-08-28: Kherson authorities urge evacuation amid Russian infrastructure strikes

Ukrainian authorities are urging residents of Kherson to evacuate immediately as Russian strikes on heating and power infrastructure threaten to leave the city without electricity and heat for a long period.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kherson-authorities-urge-evacuation-amid-russian-infrastructure-strikes

### 2026-08-16: Ukraine officials debunk lockdown rumors amid winter preparations

Ukrainian officials have debunked rumors of impending lockdowns in Kyiv, Kharkiv, and Odesa as the country prepares for winter amid continued Russian air strikes and energy security concerns.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ukraine-officials-debunk-lockdown-rumors-amid-winter-preparations

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