The State Emergency Service explained the purpose of the beds set up in the Resilience Centres in Kyiv. It is noted that these places are not full-fledged sleeping areas for
mass overnight stays. This was reported by the press service of the agency.
The beds are primarily intended for people who need help in an emergency, have health problems, or find themselves in critical
conditions and cannot remain on their feet for long periods of time.
The main purpose of the Resilience Centres is to provide citizens with the opportunity to warm up, recharge their mobile devices, receive hot drinks, basic support and
necessary assistance during power or heat supply interruptions.
The State Emergency Service emphasises that the work of the centres is organised with safety and the real needs of the population in mind, and their format may change depending on the situation.
As a reminder, in the Desnianskyi district of Kyiv, people are being transported to guesthouses due to the lack of heating.
In the Desnianskyi district of Kyiv, due to the lack of heating in some residential buildings, a decision was made to temporarily relocate residents with limited mobility to boarding houses, where warmth and stable living conditions are provided. This was announced by the head of the Desnianskyi District State Administration in Kyiv, Maksym Bakhmatov, on Facebook.
This primarily concerns single people who are unable to take care of themselves due to their health condition. The relocation is carried out exclusively with the consent of the citizens. Several people have already agreed to temporarily stay in specialised social protection facilities.
The first residents have been placed in boarding houses in the capital, where they are provided with the necessary care and support within the framework of emergency social assistance.
At the same time, work is continuing in the area to restore heat supply. Social services are continuing to visit flats in order to identify people who may need additional assistance in a timely manner.
We would like to remind you that Mayor Vitali Klitschko has clarified the situation with heating in Kyiv. Teams from other cities and specialists from Ukrzaliznytsia have been brought in to deal with the consequences of the shelling and frost.
Since this morning, more than 340 residential buildings have been reconnected to the heating system. However, the situation remains difficult: as of 24 January, 1,330 high-rise buildings are still without heating due to enemy attacks on critical infrastructure in the capital. This was reported by Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko on his Telegram channel.
The day before, almost 6,000 buildings in Kyiv were left without heat again. Most of them have faced interruptions before – after heavy shelling on 9 and 20 January, these addresses were connected twice or attempts were made to restore heat supply.
Utility services and energy companies are working around the clock to restore heat supply to all buildings that are currently without heating as quickly as possible. Work is ongoing, taking into account the complexity of the damage and the technical condition of the networks.
Not only specialists from the capital are involved in eliminating the consequences – emergency teams from several cities in Ukraine, as well as specialists from Ukrzaliznytsia, have arrived to help Kyiv’s utility workers.
Energy crisis in Kyiv in January 2026
Since 17 January, a significant part of the capital’s housing stock has been left without heat and with intermittent water supply after a night-time massive enemy attack on critical infrastructure facilities. Klitschko appealed to Kyiv residents to temporarily leave the city, if they had the opportunity, to places where there were alternative sources of power and heating. In his opinion, this step could help people avoid the disadvantages associated with the lack of heat and the need to wait a long time for the infrastructure to be restored.
Operational headquarters have been set up in the capital, where residents affected by the night shelling can receive the necessary assistance and advice. These centres have been established to support people whose homes, property or safety have been compromised during the enemy attack.
Vitali Klitschko later again called on Kyiv residents to leave the city if possible. The city has designated warming centres (resilience centres) in each district. If necessary, a large number of people will be able to stay there overnight. The centres will be equipped with places to sleep, heating devices (mobile boilers), food and hygiene products.
Warehouses in the Svyatoshinsky district caught fire for unknown reasons.
Air quality has deteriorated, and Kyiv residents are urged to close their windows and limit their time outdoors. This was reported by the Kyiv City State Administration.
Emergency rescue services are working at the scene of the fire.
‘In the Svyatoshinsky district, there may be a temporary deterioration in air quality due to a fire on the territory of warehouses,’ the statement said.
Until the air quality improves, the Kyiv City State Administration recommends closing windows and limiting time spent outdoors.
Kyiv is going through an extremely difficult period in January due to the energy crisis.
The situation is extremely complicated, and this may not be the most difficult moment yet. It is worth stocking up on food, water, and necessary medicines. Those who have the option of leaving the city for places with alternative sources of food and heat should not dismiss it. Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschkoannounced this on his Telegram channel.
The city has designated heating (resilience) centres in each district. If necessary, a large number of people will be able to stay there overnight. The centres will be equipped with places to sleep, heating devices (mobile boilers), food and hygiene products.
“I am addressing the residents and speaking honestly: the situation is extremely difficult, and this may not be the most difficult moment yet. Stock up on food, water and necessary medicines. Those who still have the option to leave the city, where there are alternative sources of food and heat, should not dismiss it,” Klitschko said.
All city services and departments of the Kyiv City State Administration are working 24/7 to ensure the city’s functioning in an emergency situation. Utility workers continue to work around the clock to provide Kyiv residents with the necessary services. Hospitals and social institutions are also operating. The enemy may be preparing a new attack on Kyiv.
We remind you that a significant part of the capital’s housing stock has been left without heat and with intermittent water supply after a massive night-time attack by the enemy on critical infrastructure. In this regard, the mayor of the capital has made an important appeal to residents.
Many residential buildings in Kyiv have no heat supply in January.
Residents of the Ukrainian capital are complaining about burst pipes. This has been reported by local public groups.
According to eyewitnesses, water from pipes is flooding the entrances of high-rise buildings in the capital, and in the Gulliver shopping centre, hot water has reached the first floor of the car park.
Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschkoreported on Telegram that as of 21 January, just under 3,000 high-rise buildings in the capital remained without heat. Emergency power cuts continue in Kyiv.
Utility and energy workers are working around the clock to restore heat and light to Kyiv residents’ homes.
Earlier, the mayor of Kyiv called on residents to leave the capital due to the lack of heat and water supply after a massive night-time attack by the enemy on critical infrastructure.
Tonight, Ukrzaliznytsia’s updated timetable will come into effect.
A total of 118 long-distance trains and over a hundred regional and suburban trains will depart according to the revised schedule, including trains from Kyiv. The press service of the agency provided details.
The schedule is aimed at solving the problem of massive delays caused by shelling, detours, and the use of reserve locomotives in regions without power.
If you have purchased a ticket for one of the following two trains, please note the changed departure schedule:
No. 9 Kyiv – Budapest (09:43 instead of 11:05)
No. 749 Kyiv – Vienna (12:33 instead of 13:05)
Tickets purchased after 8 January already reflect the new departure and arrival times. Passengers who purchased tickets on websites or at ticket offices of foreign carriers should be careful and check the times on the official channels of Ukrzaliznytsia.
The updated schedule for your train can be found in the app and on the Ukrzaliznytsia website, as well as on information boards at stations.
As a reminder, passengers have been announced a new schedule for the direct Kyiv – Warsaw train.
Askold’s Grave is a historical site and park complex on the right bank of the Dnieper River in Kyiv, located at the intersection of Parkova Road and Dniprovsky Descent. The name is associated with Prince Askold, who, according to chronicles, was killed by Prince Oleg in 882. According to legend, Askold and his brother Dir were buried at this very spot, which gave the site special significance in the historical memory of Kyiv. The place became a symbol of ancient Russian statehood and an important site for the preservation of cultural heritage.
In the early Middle Ages, a wooden church dedicated to St. Nicholas was built on the prince’s grave, as Askold took the name Nicholas during his baptism. The church served as a place of prayer and spiritual life, and later, in the 18th-19th centuries, an Empire-style rotunda was built on this site, designed by famous architects of the time. This architectural structure combined religious and memorial significance and became an important element of the Kyiv landscape.
Askold’s Grave in Kyiv and the present day
During the Soviet period, the area underwent significant changes. The cemetery was liquidated, the tombstones and ancient structures were destroyed, and a park for walks was organised on the site of the grave. Only after Ukraine declared independence in the 1990s did the restoration of the temple begin: in 1998, the rotunda was returned to its original appearance, and the parish regained its religious significance, which allowed the historical tradition and spiritual significance of the site to be preserved.
Today, Askold’s Grave is not just a green tract of land, but also a monument of landscape architecture, which has long combined historical, cultural and natural value. The park has an observation deck with a panoramic view of the Dnieper, a bell tower with a large set of bells, and memorials honouring the princely period and events of subsequent centuries.
The tract attracts tourists, locals and pilgrims, serving as a symbol of ancient Russian history, the preservation of cultural heritage and the spiritual tradition of Kyiv. Askold’s Grave remains an important element of the urban landscape, combining historical memory, architectural monuments and the natural environment, preserving the unique atmosphere of ancient Kyivan Rus.
Sofia Square is one of the oldest and most recognisable city squares in Kyiv, which emerged around the complex of St. Sophia Cathedral and gradually became an important centre of political, cultural and spiritual life in the capital. Its formation began back in the era of Kyivan Rus, when the area around the cathedral became the centre of urban development. Over time, the square began to serve as a public space where solemn events, gatherings, religious processions and fairs took place. Thanks to its location, it became a kind of ‘landmark’ of the city, connecting the main thoroughfares and important architectural ensembles.
One of the key landmarks of the square is the outstanding St. Sophia Cathedral, which gives the space a solemn and historical character. Nearby is the bell tower, which has become one of the most famous panoramic points in Kyiv.
The architectural environment of the square was shaped by different eras: from the Old Russian period to Baroque and Classicism, creating a unique ensemble that combines spirituality, artistic heritage and historical continuity. Monastic centres and administrative buildings were built here, and in later centuries, public buildings and residential buildings were added, preserving the atmosphere of the old city.
Sofia Square and its significance
The square gained particular significance in the 19th century when a monument to Bohdan Khmelnytsky was erected in its centre, which quickly became one of the main symbols of Kyiv. The sculpture not only decorated the space but also emphasised the role of the square as a place of memory associated with national history. In the same century, the square took on a more distinct architectural outline, level streets began to form, and the surrounding buildings took on a more modern look. In the 20th century, it was repeatedly reconstructed, preserving its historical character but at the same time adapting it to the needs of a large city.
Sofia Square
Sofia Square has always been a place where solemnity and public life came together. Parades, festive events, cultural festivals, and religious ceremonies were held here. In modern history, the square has become an important venue for public gatherings and state events. It has repeatedly been the centre of national celebrations, a venue for international events, and a space that attracts tourists from all over the world. Thanks to its openness and historical significance, the square continues to play an important role in Kyiv’s social life.
Today, Sophia Square is not only a historical landmark but also a living part of the city’s structure. It serves as a public space where Christmas and Easter fairs, cultural exhibitions, concerts and official events are held. Its architectural ensemble, which harmoniously combines antiquity and modernity, makes the square one of the most beautiful and solemn places in the capital. St. Sophia Square remains a symbol of historical memory, cultural continuity, and spiritual strength of Kyiv, retaining its significance for the city and the entire country.
The capital once again failed to support an electronic petition in which Kyiv residents called for public toilets to be installed at all metro stations. The initiative gathered the required number of signatures, but the city authorities refused to implement it.
According to the Kyiv City State Administration, most metro stations were designed decades ago, when building codes did not require the installation of sanitary facilities for passengers. The toilets that exist at some stations are intended exclusively for metro employees, and passengers currently do not have access to them.
The response also noted that the architectural and technical features of underground structures make it difficult to install public toilets without large-scale reconstruction. In addition, under martial law, allowing outsiders into the metro’s service premises is considered dangerous.
At the same time, the city administration clarified that the installation of toilets is already planned for new metro stations and during major repairs. This will improve conditions for passengers in the future and ensure access to sanitary facilities in the underground.
This is not the first attempt by Kyiv residents to influence the work of the metro through petitions: similar initiatives have previously gathered the required number of signatures, but did not receive support from the city authorities.
