Drone Attacks Hit Kostroma Thermal Power Plant in Russia

DRES, State District Power Plant, illustrative photo

In Volgorechensk, a city in the Kostroma region of Russia, drones attacked the local DRES, as reported by the Astra Telegram channel. The information about the incident was also confirmed by the region’s governor, Sergei Sitnikov, but he did not name the specific target of the strike.

According to sources, the morning began with the sound of a remote protection system: several pops were heard, after which on-site emergency services are working to address the consequences at energy infrastructure facilities. Power supply remains stable, there are no casualties.

“In the morning, residents heard the operation of the protective system – there were a few bangs. Emergency services are currently on site, addressing the consequences at energy infrastructure facilities. Power supply is not disrupted. There are no casualties,” the official said.

Witnesses recorded a fiery glow over the Kostroma DRES, which confirms the frame analysis released by Astra.

Kostroma DRES is the third-largest power plant in Russia by installed capacity.

Since the start of Russia’s full-scale invasion, various facilities across the territory of the Russian Federation have come under air strikes. Most often in 2024 and 2025, the targets of attacks were oil refineries.

According to the General Staff of the Ukrainian Armed Forces, most attacks were confirmed, stating that the Armed Forces of Ukraine “systematically implement measures aimed at reducing the combat potential of Russian occupying troops, as well as pressuring the Russian Federation to stop its armed aggression against Ukraine”.

The majority of attacks were confirmed by the General Staff of the Armed Forces, stating that the Armed Forces of Ukraine “systematically implement measures aimed at reducing the combat potential of Russian occupying troops, as well as pressuring the Russian Federation to stop its armed aggression against Ukraine”.

Context and possible impact on regional energy security

This incident underscores the vulnerability of critical infrastructure and the importance of strengthening the protection system for energy facilities. According to preliminary data, the situation has stabilized, but the consequences will persist in terms of monitoring and safety checks at similar facilities. Experts emphasize the need to strengthen security and promptly respond to any alarm signals to prevent repetitions of similar attacks in the future.