In a shocking turn of events, the water level at Nova Kahkovka has surged by over 10 meters, causing widespread concern and unease. Reports from TASS indicate that the situation has escalated to an uncontrollable extent, with the Nova Kakhovka dam collapsing and the water flow becoming increasingly unpredictable. The gravity of this situation is exacerbated by the ongoing war, making the damage incurred even more irreparable. The Kakhovskaya HPP, once a prominent structure, now lies submerged beneath the rising waters. Authorities fear that the water level could rise even further, potentially reaching a staggering 12 meters following the dam blast.
While there is some relief that a major evacuation may not be necessary in the Kherson region, certain settlements in the Nova Kakhovka district have already initiated evacuation procedures as a precautionary measure. It is worth noting that the destruction seems to be limited to the upper portion of the dam, leaving the reservoir dam foundation intact. This, fortunately, offers a glimmer of hope, as the flooding may be somewhat contained, preventing the complete expulsion of the entire reservoir. The situation remains dire, and the full extent of the damage caused by this catastrophic event is yet to be fully comprehended.
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The head of the European Council, Charles Michel, said he was shocked by the attack on the Kakhovka hydroelectric power station, blamed Russia for it and called the incident a “war crime.”
