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On Sunday, April 26, severe weather swept across most regions of Ukraine, causing significant destruction, power disruptions, and reported fatalities.
Kyiv region
According to the Kyiv Regional Military Administration, more than 130 power lines were damaged. Over 120,000 customers of DTEK were left without electricity.
Meteorologists warned that conditions remain unstable, with heavy rain, hail, and strong winds continuing to damage energy infrastructure. Emergency crews are working in intensified mode to restore power.
Kharkiv region
Strong winds in Kharkiv caused roof damage to several buildings, fallen trees, and damage to cars and infrastructure.
Local authorities reported more than 30 trees and branches down in residential areas. Power outages also led to a large-scale blackout, temporarily halting metro and electric transport services, which have since been partially restored.
An 86-year-old woman was hospitalized after being injured by roofing material blown off a building.
Lviv region
In Lviv region, 103 settlements were left without electricity — 21 completely and 82 partially.
Authorities also reported fallen trees and roof damage to a private house and a school, with inspections ongoing.
Kirovohrad region
Strong winds caused power outages affecting 50 settlements and more than 8,600 consumers. Repair crews are working to restore electricity as quickly as possible.
Chernivtsi
Fallen trees and broken branches were recorded in city parks. A temporary disruption of trolleybus services occurred after a damaged power line, later restored.
Casualties reported nationwide
According to emergency services, at least two people were killed and two injured across Ukraine.
- In Cherkasy, a person died after a tree fell on a quad bike.
- In Zakarpattia, another fatality occurred due to a falling tree.
- In Poltava region, a child was injured by a falling tree.
- More than 1,100 settlements were left without electricity nationwide.
Overall situation
Rescue services are operating in at least 13 regions, clearing debris, restoring power, and assessing damage. Authorities warn that recovery may take time due to the scale of destruction.
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