Power and water supply situation worsens in Kyiv after Russian attack on energy facility in Zhytomyr

Kyiv power and water supplies affected by Zhytomyr energy strike

Damage to an energy facility in Zhytomyr has worsened the electricity supply situation in Kyiv and reduced pressure in the city’s water supply system.

Mayor Vitalii Klitschko reported this, according to Censor.NET.

Details

According to the mayor, Kyivvodokanal is switching to generator power at stations where this is possible.

Background

Zhytomyr Regional Military Administration head Vitalii Bunechko said repair crews were assessing the extent of the damage. It is not yet known when power supplies will be restored.
Earlier, media outlets reported a power outage in Zhytomyr following an explosion.

Author: Ольга Кошарна