The upcoming winter may affect the Ukrainian capital more severely than the winter of 2025-2026 due to a critical shortage of electricity, RBC-Ukraine reported, citing sources. "If the situation gets really bad, the most the city can do within its authority would be to ensure the supply of water, electricity and heat to critical infrastructure and an operational sewage network," the Ukrainian News Agency quoted a source as saying. In the event of further explosions, Kyiv could face prolonged disruptions to subway services and severe power shortages, he warned.