A UAZ car with two men fell through the ice on the bypass canal near Lebedivka village in Kyiv Oblast. The body of one man, born in 1971, was recovered; the search for the second continues in difficult conditions.
In Kyiv, special equipment of "Kyivavtodor" has been working since night, but the situation on the roads is difficult due to snowfall and traffic. Mayor Klitschko instructed to intensify cleaning and urged Kyiv residents not to use their cars.
Since the beginning of the day, 259 road accidents have been recorded in Ukraine, 37 of them with casualties. 82 accidents occurred in Kyiv and the region, traffic near Stoyanka is difficult.
On February 5, Kyiv and the region were hit by heavy snowfall, which led to traffic jams and cars getting stuck. Ice formed on the roads, and taxi fares sharply increased.
On February 5, significant avalanche danger (level 3) is expected in the highlands of Ivano-Frankivsk region due to a thaw. Rescuers urge people to refrain from hiking in the mountains.
A cold night is expected in Ukraine on February 4, but temperatures will start to rise in the west during the day. From February 5, the temperature will increase, and from February 9, a cold snap will return.
Kharkiv groundhog Tymko IV saw his shadow during the traditional observation. This means that spring will come in approximately six weeks.
In Ukraine, the peak of cold weather is expected from February 2 to 4, and from February 5-6, frosts will begin to weaken. Very cold weather is predicted for Sretenie, with temperatures down to -28 degrees at night.
Traffic on the M-14 Kherson-Mykolaiv highway is temporarily restricted. The reason is damaged poles with anti-drone nets due to a sharp temperature drop.
As of the morning of January 31, traffic on state roads has been restored on all sections where restrictions were in place. Road services worked in an enhanced mode to eliminate the consequences of bad weather. Traffic on all state roads has been restored, but difficult winter weather conditions persist in the southern, central, and eastern regions. Road services worked in an enhanced mode to eliminate the consequences of bad weather.
Due to bad weather, 617 settlements in four regions of Ukraine were de-energized. The Odesa region was most affected, with 363 settlements left without electricity.
On January 31, some regions of Ukraine are expected to experience above-zero temperatures, but severe frosts will begin on the same day. In early February, nighttime air temperatures may drop to -20…-28 degrees.
The Sumy Oblast Restoration Service has imposed restrictions on the movement of freight and oversized vehicles starting January 30 due to heavy snow and ice. The restriction applies to roads N-07, N-12, and N-12-1 to prevent accidents and traffic jams.
Former head of Ukrenergo Volodymyr Kudrytskyi stated that systemic problems of Ukrainian energy cannot be solved at the end of winter. According to him, preparations for difficult winter periods should have started several years ago.
Rapid snowmelt has undermined a support of the main gas pipeline in Zakarpattia, threatening to disconnect almost 5,800 subscribers. An operational headquarters has been deployed to prevent an accident, and repair options are being considered.
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.
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 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.
In Zakarpattia, due to rising temperatures to 5-9°C, ice drift has begun on rivers, which could lead to ice jams. Uzhhorod City Council urges caution near water bodies.
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.
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.
Minister of Internal Affairs Ihor Klymenko reported that the situation in Kyiv remains extremely difficult, with State Emergency Service units working at maximum capacity. Over 90 heating points and additional tents have been deployed in the capital to help people.
On the morning of January 24, a car accident occurred near the village of Perekorintsi, Mohyliv-Podilskyi district. Three passengers of a Renault car died, and three more were injured.
At night, temperatures in the east and northeast of Ukraine are expected to drop to -16 degrees. During Monday, temperatures will rise to 0+5 degrees in the west and south.
Minister of Internal Affairs Ihor Klymenko called on local administrations to ensure unhindered passage of special equipment by clearing snow. This is necessary for the State Emergency Service, law enforcement, and utility services.
On Sunday, January 25, most of Ukraine will be cloudy. Moderate snow is expected in the central regions, black ice and wet snow sticking in the west, Odesa and Mykolaiv regions.
