Storm in the Kyiv region: DTEK Kyiv Regional Grids emergency crews have been transferred to the high alert mode

As of 15.30, storm and wind squalls have led to 42 line breaks and shutdown of 1,032 transformer substations. Most shutdowns are in Vasylkiv and Boryspil energy centers. 43 settlements are left completely without electricity and 56 − partially.

“DTEK Kyiv Regional Grids emergency crews have already switched to enhanced duty and are ready to promptly restore electricity to the customers’ homes in case of emergencies. We remind residents of the Kyiv region that during the storm it is better to stay home and be careful,” – informed the company.

DTEK Kyiv Regional Grids reminds of the following safety rules:

• avoid staying near power lines during strong wind;
• if you discover broken lines, please stay 8-12 meters away, never touch bare wire and inform the company immediately;
• in case of blackouts, do not try to perform repair by yourself. If a blackout happened in an apartment or house – call an electrician, servicing your house. If there is a blackout at the entire street – contact DTEK Kyiv Regional Grids specialists;

Please use any convenient way to inform about any emergency on the grids:

• Viber and Telegram chatbots;
• private messages at the official Facebook page;
• contact center 38 (067/099/093)495 70 40, stationary telephone number (044) 4590740;
• “Merezhi online” mobile application (available in AppStore or Google Play Market);
• official company’s website – INFORM US ABOUT A SHUTDOWN button;

We are working 24/7 to ensure reliable power supply of houses and enterprises.