RussiaBelgorod, Russia
Belgorod traffic lights out after substation strike
Thursday, 16 April 2026 at 09:29 UTC · 1 source
A Ukrainian drone strike targeted the 'Yuzhnaya' power substation in Belgorod, Russia, damaging electrical infrastructure and breaking windows in a nearby apartment building. The attack has caused significant power outages, resulting in 27 traffic lights becoming inoperative across the city. At four major intersections, traffic is now being manually regulated by police inspectors to prevent accidents and manage congestion. The strike is part of Ukraine's ongoing campaign targeting Russian energy and logistical infrastructure.
Key Details
27 traffic lights inoperative
Police manually regulating traffic at 4 intersections
Sources
Cycle: Thursday, 16 April 2026 at 09:29 UTC · First reported: 14h ago