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Ukraine says Russian strike hit Ukraine's largest dam, but there is no risk of a breach

On Friday, Ukraine's state hydropower company reported that a Russian airstrike targeted Ukraine's largest dam, the DniproHES in Zaporizhzhia. The company stated that there was a fire at the station, and emergency services along with energy workers were on-site, addressing the aftermath of multiple airstrikes.

Reuters WORLD
Published March 22,2024
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Ukraine's state hydropower company said on Friday a Russian strike hit Ukraine's largest dam, the DniproHES in Zaporizhzhia, but that there was no risk of a breach.

"There is currently a fire at the station. Emergency services and energy workers are working on the spot, dealing with the consequences of numerous airstrikes," the utility said.