* Kyiv Heat Crisis: Russian Strikes and Freezing Temperatures
News Context
At a glance
- KYIV - Thousands of apartment buildings in Kyiv remain without heating, electricity, and water following a large-scale Russian attack on Ukraine's two largest cities early Saturday, January 24,...
- Ukraine's air defense forces intercepted 79 of 141 missiles and 27 of 35 drones, according to the Ukrainian air Force.However, the attacks still caused significant damage to energy...
- Emergency services are working to restore power and water, but officials warn that repairs could take considerable time given the extent of the damage.
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Impact on Civilians:
- Approximately 450,000 apartments in Kyiv are without electricity as of Saturday afternoon, January 24, 2026, according to Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko.
- Heating systems are offline in 80% of the city’s residential buildings.
- Water supplies have been disrupted across Kyiv.
Emergency services are working to restore power and water, but officials warn that repairs could take considerable time given the extent of the damage. Residents are seeking shelter in subway stations and other secure locations.
This attack represents the largest aerial assault on Kyiv since the beginning of the conflict,according to Ukrainian officials. Russia has intensified its attacks on Ukrainian infrastructure in recent months, aiming to cripple the country’s energy grid as winter sets in.
Source: NPR