The city of Kharkiv, Ukraine, has activated its emergency response mechanism to effectively address the ongoing crisis and ensure the safety of its residents. Authorities are coordinating rescue efforts, mobilizing resources, and implementing safety protocols to manage the situation efficiently. Citizens are advised to stay informed through official channels and follow safety instructions issued by local officials.

On February 3rd local time, Kharkiv Mayor Terekhov stated that the city of Kharkiv has activated its emergency response mechanism. It is reported that Kharkiv and its surrounding Kharkiv region were subjected to a large-scale attack by Russian forces on that day. Kharkiv’s 5th thermal power plant and multiple substations were severely damaged, resulting in the heating being cut off for 929 facilities, including 853 residential buildings, affecting nearly 105,000 users who face heating outages. (CCTV News)