Kyiv's Heating Supply Situation
In the wake of a large-scale attack on January 24, 2026, 253 apartment buildings in Kyiv remain without heating. The Desnianskyi district, particularly the Troieshchyna area, has been the epicenter of this utility crisis. Mayor Vitali Klitschko reported that as of the morning of January 29, heating had been restored to an additional 125 residential buildings, yet a significant number of apartments are still without warmth. This attack is part of a wider campaign targeting Ukraine's civilian energy infrastructure.
The city's predicament is set to worsen with forecasts predicting severe frosts beginning January 31. While some regions of Ukraine will still experience above-freezing temperatures, Kyiv's residents are facing serious challenges in the cold. Utility and energy workers continue their efforts to repair the damage inflicted on the capital's critical infrastructure by enemy attacks.
Utility and energy crews are continuing their work to repair the damage to critical infrastructure caused by the enemy's mass attacks on the capital and to restore heating to Kyiv residents' apartments.
Vitali Klitschko
New Electricity Supply Systems
Separately, on January 29, DTEK Kyiv Electric Networks announced the cancellation of the usual stabilization blackout schedules. A new system is being implemented instead—individual power restoration schedules for each specific address. This aims to improve the city's electricity supply situation under the current state of emergency. Such measures highlight the ongoing adaptation required to maintain basic services during wartime.
This situation underscores the critical importance of stable utility services in major cities, especially under conditions of war and crisis. Restoring heating and electricity is vital for ensuring the comfort and safety of Kyiv's residents, particularly as forecasts predict a cold snap. The efforts of utility services in rebuilding infrastructure will be decisive for the city's continued functioning.