Electricity outage schedules

Tonight, objects in the Korosten district of Zhytomyr region came under attack. There are no casualties or injuries, and the consequences of enemy attacks are being eliminated.

On January 16, power outages are in effect in Ukraine, and emergency power outage schedules have been applied in Sumy and Poltava regions due to damage to the energy system. This affects 1-5 queues of consumers.

A state of emergency is in effect in the Ukrainian energy sector. Citizens are allowed to move freely to "invincibility points" at night.

Argentina's capital, Buenos Aires, has experienced widespread power outages due to an extreme heatwave. Approximately 1 million consumers have been left without electricity, with energy officials attributing the situation to critical strain on the power grids.

Educational ombudsman Nadiia Leshchyk proposed making up for extended winter break classes by canceling spring breaks or extending studies into June 2026. This is due to unstable electricity supply and the inability to conduct effective online learning.

Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko announced a relaxation of the curfew in regions experiencing an energy crisis. Being on the streets and vehicle movement without passes are now permitted.

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte held a conversation with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, discussing the energy situation and efforts to end the war. Rutte emphasized support for Ukraine's defense and ensuring lasting peace.

Ukrenergo announced the implementation of hourly power outage schedules and power limitations on January 16 across Ukraine. The reason is the consequences of Russian attacks on energy facilities.

Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko met with IMF head Kristalina Georgieva, inspecting the consequences of enemy attacks on Kyiv's energy facility. They discussed preparations for the adoption of the IMF support program for Ukraine.

After a massive Russian attack, more than 300 Kyiv high-rise buildings remain without heating. Utility workers are restoring networks around the clock, and energy workers are working to stabilize energy supply.

Kharkiv Mayor Ihor Terekhov announced the destruction of a large critical energy infrastructure facility. Measures are being taken to minimize the consequences of enemy strikes.

In Ukraine, a price increase of up to 5% is expected for cereals, as well as for bread, eggs, and vegetables. The trend will continue until seasonal vegetables appear.

President Zelenskyy announced a meeting with the Minister of Defense and the Commander of the Air Force regarding the protection of energy facilities. The government must ensure the simplification of electricity imports and the connection of additional equipment.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that the situation in Kyiv is particularly difficult. The government will fix what the city authorities failed to do.

President Zelenskyy held an energy selector meeting, following which he announced decisions regarding the curfew.

The Cabinet of Ministers is preparing a decision to introduce an emergency in the energy sector for a quick response to damage and power shortages. This formalizes the current state, allowing for operational repair work and infrastructure protection.

The Security Service of Ukraine has collected evidence of 256 Russian attacks on energy facilities, which are classified as crimes against humanity. These actions by the Kremlin are aimed at destroying the Ukrainian people.

At night, the enemy attacked energy infrastructure, causing power outages in Zhytomyr and Kharkiv regions. Network restrictions are in effect in Kyiv and Kyiv region, and blackout schedules are temporarily not applied.

On the morning of January 15, 2026, emergency power outages were applied in Poltava, Sumy, Kyiv regions and Kyiv. NPC "Ukrenergo" gave the command to introduce emergency shutdowns.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy introduced a state of emergency in the energy sector on January 14 and established a headquarters in Kyiv. This signifies a threat to the energy system's operation due to electricity shortages.

Kyiv's critical infrastructure is supplied with electricity. The operation of water supply and heating systems remains under control.

President Zelenskyy stated that Kyiv was unprepared for Russian strikes and severe frosts. He emphasized the need for urgent correction of the situation and decision-making.

President Zelenskyy called for an increase in the number of "Invincibility Points" in Kyiv and a review of their operation. Proposals for education in emergency situations are also expected.

President Zelenskyy has instructed the government to review curfew regulations due to extremely cold weather. In Kyiv, the number of Invincibility Points will be increased, and existing ones will be checked.

In Kyiv, heating has been stopped in 6,000 residential buildings due to damage to energy facilities. These are unprecedented measures, related to the merging of systems at low temperatures.

Oleh Popenko, head of the Union of Utility Service Consumers, spoke about the consequences of multi-apartment buildings freezing and the process of their restoration. Freezing affects heating and water supply networks, making the building uninhabitable and requiring extensive repair work.

On January 15, scheduled power outages and power limitations for industrial consumers will be applied in all regions of Ukraine. The reason is the consequences of Russian attacks on energy facilities.

NAC "Naftogaz of Ukraine" denied information about the introduction of gas supply restriction schedules in Khmelnytskyi region. The company stated that there are no restrictions and none are planned.

Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko stated that Ukraine has established fuel reserves, and operators have increased fuel imports. In Kyiv, retail chains operate on generators, and the State Emergency Service provides residential buildings with generators.

Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko convened the TEB and NS commission due to the difficult situation in the capital. About 400 multi-story buildings remain without heating, and power supply is carried out according to emergency schedules.