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8/20/2026UtilitiesUrgent

NPC Ukrenergo Grid Failure Cuts Power to Around 150,000 Customers in Chernihiv and Chernihiv District

A fault in the networks of NPC Ukrenergo left approximately 150,000 electricity customers without power on 20 August, affecting residents of Chernihiv, Chernihiv District, and Slavutych. Repair crews have already been deployed.

Source: @suspilnechernihiv

On 20 August, a breakdown in the networks of NPC Ukrenergo caused a power outage affecting around 150,000 customers — residents of Chernihiv, Chernihiv District, and the city of Slavutych. According to JSC Chernihivoblenergo, specialists have already begun restoration work. No estimates for the expected time of full power recovery have been provided at this stage. Residents are advised to monitor official announcements from Chernihivoblenergo for updates on the progress of repair operations.

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