Andrei Chibis: Second power line support installed via helicopter

Work to restore power supply is continuing in the Murmansk region. A second power line support was installed using a helicopter, Governor Andrei Chibis reported.

“We took off as soon as weather conditions allowed. The structure was assembled on the ground, secured with cables, lifted, and installed on site. I thank the pilots of the Arkhangelsk United Aviation Squadron for their help,” Chibis said.

A state of emergency has been declared in the Murmansk region. Full restoration of power supply after the accident may take at least a week. The Murmansk Regional Prosecutor«s Office has already launched an inspection due to mass power outages. A criminal case has been initiated. It turned out that the fallen power line supports had been in service for almost 60 years.

Murmansk residents have been told where they can go to warm up and charge electronic devices. Interactive maps have also been prepared for citizens. See how queues are forming at assistance points for boiling water and charging. Northerners shared how they are coping with difficulties, as electricity has been out for the third day.

All important and current information about the power outage in Murmansk and the region is being published in our online broadcast.