Lviv Mayor Andriy Sadovyi announced the launch of an emergency preparedness regime. This is due to the forecasted severe frosts and possible missile attacks on critical infrastructure.
In February, the average monthly air temperature in Ukraine is expected to be from 4°C below zero to 2°C above zero, and the monthly precipitation – 29-67 mm. This corresponds to the norm for most regions of the country.
The Ministry of Justice of Ukraine provided recommendations on actions in case of damage to a car by an icicle. It is important to record the event, collect evidence, and contact responsible persons for compensation for damages.
In Vinnytsia region, a 64-year-old man fell through the ice on the Southern Bug river while fishing with his son. The son tried to save his father, but was unsuccessful, and reached the shore on his own.
The European Commission is providing Ukraine with 145 million euros in humanitarian aid and Moldova with 8 million euros to support Ukrainian refugees. Millions of Ukrainians are facing freezing temperatures without electricity due to Russian bombardments.
On February 1-3, a sharp drop in temperature to -27°C, and in some places to -30°C, is expected in Ukraine. In Kyiv, the temperature will drop to -25°C. From February 4, the frosts will begin to weaken.
Kyiv is switching to temporary power outage schedules from midnight due to electricity shortages. The schedules will be uneven, individual for each building, and available in the chatbot and on the DTEK website.
Kyiv has refuted information about a woman's death from hypothermia in her apartment. The official cause of death for the 88-year-old Kyiv resident was chronic ischemic heart disease.
In Odesa region, the temporary traffic ban for all types of transport on the M-13 highway has been lifted since 6:00 PM on January 28. This became possible due to the stabilization of weather conditions.
In winter, during wartime, it is worth reviewing your home first aid kit, adding necessary items taking into account chronic conditions and possible power outages, not storing dangerous medicines for future use, and learning how to use a quality tourniquet in advance.
From January 30, 2026, KP "Teplokomunenergo" temporarily suspends hot water supply in Chernihiv. This is due to a deficit of thermal capacity and an expected decrease in air temperature, which requires directing all resources to heating.
Due to freezing rain in the central and southern regions of Ukraine, weather conditions are difficult. In Odesa region, a temporary traffic ban is in effect on a section of the M-13 highway.
Despite the war and rising prices, demand for winter holidays abroad remains stable. Ukrainians most often choose Egypt, UAE, and exotic countries, spending an average of 50-70 thousand hryvnias for two.
In Kyiv, hot water supply has been temporarily restricted to restore centralized heating in some residential buildings. This is a forced step to eliminate the consequences of enemy attacks and stabilize the energy system.
On January 28-29, Ukraine is expected to experience a thaw and warming up to +3 degrees Celsius, in the south up to +6, and in Crimea up to +14. Precipitation in the form of wet snow and rain is forecast, with ice glaze in some areas.
Kyiv faces unstable electricity supply and risks to heating; critical facilities operate on generators, but residential areas are not guaranteed. The city receives assistance from international partners, but problems with infrastructure and winter preparations remain.
Kyiv is preparing for the resumption of the educational process next week, the format of education depends on many factors. Deputy Head of the Kyiv City State Administration Valentyn Mondryivskyi stated that offline, online, or mixed formats are possible.
Ten passenger trains of Ukrzaliznytsia are delayed due to weather conditions. Delays reach up to 9 hours, railway workers are working to eliminate the consequences of bad weather.
Abnormal weather conditions caused damage to power lines and communication devices, complicating train movement. The situation is most difficult in Odesa region due to continuous ice, but all trains continue to operate.
On January 27, it will be cloudy in Ukraine, with no precipitation in the east, and temperatures of 3-8° below zero. In the rest of the territory, there will be wet snow and rain, black ice, and temperatures of 0-5° below zero.
In Odesa region, educational institutions are recommended to switch to distance learning on January 27 due to a drop in temperature, wet snow, and ice. This applies to all educational institutions, including kindergartens, schools, and universities.
On January 27, most regions of Ukraine are expected to experience difficult weather conditions. Significant black ice and icy roads are forecast, which may complicate traffic and business operations.
100 additional temporary accommodation spots have been created in Kyiv for single, low-mobility individuals. Over 6,400 Kyiv residents received hot meals at 57 locations.
Psychologist Svitlana Arefniya explained how prolonged power outages, lack of heating, and communication affect the psycho-emotional state of adults and children. She gave advice on maintaining inner balance and identified signs when one should seek professional help.
A powerful winter storm brought record precipitation and extreme temperature drops to Northern and Eastern Europe. Forecasters predict severe frosts over the next two weeks, which will create a critical load on energy systems.
The Kyiv prosecutor's office is investigating 12 criminal proceedings related to the protection of critical infrastructure facilities. Among them are possible official negligence of Kyiv City State Administration officials and overpricing of cogeneration units.
On January 26, cloudy weather with light snow is expected in Ukraine, with rain in the south and west. Temperatures will range from -12°C to +9°C.
Pope Leo XIV expressed solidarity with the people of Ukraine due to the shelling of energy infrastructure. He called for an end to the war and increased efforts to achieve peace.
Two tent camps have been set up in the capital's Troieshchyna district due to the lack of heating and electricity after the shelling. Each tent can accommodate up to 40 people, where they can warm up and charge their devices.
This week has been one of the most difficult for the Ukrainian energy sector since the 2022 blackout, following two combined attacks on January 20 and 23. The government is introducing bonuses for repair crews, expanding the network of "Invincibility Points," and providing support to businesses.
