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Ukrainians prepare for blackouts as heating season begins
03:09

Ukraine officially began the heating season on Thursday. On the same day, Ukraine's national grid announced the implementation of strict power use restrictions from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. and rolling blackouts to reduce daily electricity use. Official figures show that a third of Ukraine's power plants have been destroyed since October 10, but the Ukrainian government says it can keep the power system relatively stable. Residents from Kyiv said they hope to make it through the tough winter.

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