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Kyiv Residents Brave Cold After Russian Energy Attacks

2/10/2026

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Russian attacks on Kyiv's energy infrastructure have left many residents without central heating after heavy damage to the Darnitsya Thermal Power Plant, as temperatures drop to -19°C.
Residents, including 73-year-old Nina Pavlivna, express uncertainty about when repairs will be completed.
Families are using hot water bottles and sparing electric heaters.
City authorities have opened additional warming centers to help those affected.
Residents remain resilient and hopeful for spring.

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Story summary

Russian attacks on Kyiv's energy infrastructure have left many residents without central heating after heavy damage to the Darnitsya Thermal Power Plant, as temperatures drop to -19°C.
Residents, including 73-year-old Nina Pavlivna, express uncertainty about when repairs will be completed.
Families are using hot water bottles and sparing electric heaters.
City authorities have opened additional warming centers to help those affected.
Residents remain resilient and hopeful for spring.