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Kyiv is clearing snow: over 260 units of equipment and thousands of workers involved

У столиці триває інтенсивна боротьба зі снігом: залучено більше 260 одиниць техніки та тисячі працівників.

The situation with bad weather in Kyiv

In Kyiv, the cleaning of roads and sidewalks from snow continues, with municipal services working in enhanced mode due to the bad weather. As of today, 267 units of special equipment have been engaged to ensure the safety and comfortable movement of residents. This allows for effective cleaning of areas from the snow cover.

For clearing stops, narrow sidewalks, stairs, safety islands, and pedestrian crossings, 429 workers organized into 71 teams are working. Additionally, 2,849 workers from municipal managing companies and 83 units of equipment are involved in cleaning adjoining territories. In parks and squares of the capital, 67 units of equipment and 776 workers from 'green services' are active.

Weather forecast

The forecast for January 9 promises significant snow at night and in the morning, moderate snow during the day, and temperatures will fluctuate between -5 to -7°C. On Thursday, January 8, Kyiv and the Kyiv region were hit by a dangerous phenomenon - freezing rain, complicating the situation on roads and sidewalks. Municipal services continue their work to ensure safe movement and convenience for Kyiv residents in these challenging weather conditions.

The situation with bad weather in Kyiv requires active actions from municipal services, which are trying to minimize the negative impact of weather conditions on the lives of residents. The high level of resources involved and the organization of work under complex weather forecasts indicate a serious attitude towards ensuring the safety and comfort of movement in the city. The further development of events will depend on the intensity of snowfall and the promptness of actions by municipal services.