Hot water to be cut off in Kyiv due to blackout

Kyiv will be left without hot water due to energy problems

All districts of Kyiv are planning to disconnection of hot water supply due to a large-scale blackout. This was reported by journalist Lesya Padalka.

According to her, due to the critical situation in the power system the heat carrier will be used exclusively for heating, The water is not heated, but rather heated.

What we know

According to the published information:

• hot water will be turned off throughout Kyiv;

• Darnytskyi district will be the first in line;

• the decision is related to blackouts and energy shortages;

• priority given heat conservation in residential buildings.

Official utilities have not yet announced the exact timeframe for the resumption of hot water supply.

Context.

Following Russia's massive strikes on its energy infrastructure, Kyiv is facing serious disruptions in its life support systems. In the face of a shortage of electricity and heating capacity, the city's infrastructure is operating in an emergency economy mode.

The city authorities are urging residents to prepare for prolonged restrictions and to follow official announcements.