Situation with electric transport in Kyiv
Electric transport on the left bank of Kyiv is not in operation due to shelling and a complex situation in the energy system. As a result, the movement of trolleybuses and trams is duplicated by buses. The city authorities have taken measures to ensure passenger transportation, however, some routes remain delayed.
As of today, the movement of trolleybus No. 1, 11, 12, 14, 15, 38, and 43 is delayed. The movement of trams No. 1, 2, 14, and 15 is also delayed. It is known that Russian troops launched a massive combined strike on Kyiv, resulting in four deaths and 19 injuries as of 04:40. Fires and damage to buildings have been recorded in the capital.
Changes in routes
Due to these events, trolleybus routes such as 29tr, 30tr, 31tr, 37tr, 43tr, 47tr, 50kr, and 50tr have been replaced by buses. Tram routes, including 22t, 27t, 28t, and 29t, have also been switched to bus mode. The city mayor Vitaliy Klitschko confirmed the death of four people as a result of the shelling.
At the same time, Slavutych in Kyiv region found itself in a state of total blackout on January 9. This situation highlights the difficulty of the circumstances faced by the city amid military actions and the energy crisis.
These events indicate the continuation of military actions in Ukraine, which have a significant impact on infrastructure and the daily lives of citizens. The city authorities are trying to maintain passenger transportation; however, the situation remains complex due to shelling and issues with energy supply. Such incidents point to the need for further support and strengthening of infrastructure in wartime conditions.