Governor Chibis Announces Installation of Temporary Power Line

In the Murmansk region, a power supply line has been installed on temporary supports, and specialists are beginning to supply voltage in test mode. This was reported by Governor Andrey Chibis.

— If everything goes according to plan, the necessary power will then be supplied to restore electricity to disconnected consumers in Murmansk and Severomorsk, — he said.

The installation of permanent supports continues. Specialists from operational and emergency services are working in a state of high alert.

In the Murmansk region, an emergency regime has been introduced. Full restoration of power supply after the accident may take at least a week. The Murmansk Region Prosecutor«s Office has already launched an investigation due to mass power outages. A criminal case has been initiated. It was found that the fallen power line poles had been in service for almost 60 years.

Residents of Murmansk have been told where they can go to warm up and charge electronic devices. Also, interactive maps have been prepared for city residents. See how queues are forming at aid points for hot water and charging. Northerners have shared how they are coping with difficulties as electricity has been out for the third day.

Yandex Taxi will refund money for rides from areas with emergency outages in Murmansk.

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