Kherson residents urged to evacuate as Russian attacks damage heating plant

Regional Governor Oleksandr Prokudin called on residents of Kherson to evacuate the city on Thursday after a Russian strike damaged a district heating plant, threatening extended power and heating outages. The attack, reported by local authorities, damaged key infrastructure that supplies heat to thousands of households and businesses, raising concerns about the city’s ability to maintain essential services during the ongoing conflict.

Prokudin’s statement urged residents to leave the city immediately, citing the risk of further attacks and the potential for prolonged loss of electricity and heating. He also appealed for cooperation with emergency services to facilitate safe and orderly evacuation. The governor’s call follows a series of strikes on critical infrastructure in the region, underscoring the heightened security risks for civilians in Kherson.