Ukraine's energy facilities, including nuclear power plants, are protected at the third level of defense, which provides protection against aircraft guided missiles. This was reported by energy expert Gennady Ryabtsev on Noviny.LIVE. He noted that this level of protection was built back in Soviet times, taking into account the risks associated with the possible escalation of the Cold War into a hot phase.
Ryabtsev also noted that not only nuclear power units, but also hydroelectric dams on the Dnieper and Dniester cascades are protected. However, in addition to technical protections, there are other risks that have already been brought to the attention of the IAEA and other international organizations dealing with energy and radiation safety.
Risks of Russian attacks on energy
At the same time, Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiga announced that Russia is preparing to strike critical Ukrainian nuclear power facilities on the eve of winter. The main targets could be open switchgear and power transmission substations, on which the safe operation of nuclear plants depends.
On September 23, nuclear safety expert Olga Kosharna confirmed these threats. She warned that Russian missile attacks on these facilities could lead to a reactor meltdown. However, she stressed that even in the event of such an accident, there would be no significant release of radiation.
