Restoration Work in Arctic Region Nears Completion

An operational headquarters meeting was held on the evening of January 26. Temporary supports for the power lines are now in place, leaving only the final cable to be mounted, as reported by Murmansk Region Governor Andrey Chibis.

Following this, power engineers will begin a trial reconnection of electricity. According to forecasts from power grid company Rosseti, all work could be completed as early as January 27.

Deputy Governor Olga Vovk also reported on the heating situation. Heat was absent in a number of buildings due to the fault of building management companies. At present, the issue is almost resolved — only one building remains to be connected.

A state of emergency has been introduced in the Murmansk region. Full power supply restoration after the accident could take at least a week. The Murmansk Region Prosecutor«s Office has already launched an inspection due to the mass power outages. A criminal case has been initiated. It was revealed that the collapsed power line pylons had been in service for almost 60 years.

Residents of Murmansk have been informed 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 hot water and charging. Northerners shared how they are coping with the difficulties of being without electricity for a third day.

Yandex Taxi will refund money for rides from areas affected by the emergency power outages in Murmansk.

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