titres The Unrecognized State of Pridnestrovie Imposes Rotating Blackouts after Russia Stops Gas Supplies
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The authorities of the unrecognized Pridnestrovie region have announced the implementation of scheduled power outages starting January 3, following Russia’s cessation of gas supplies and subsequent power grid emergencies.
As reported by Eastern European Daily, the ministry of economy of the unrecognized Pridnestrovian Moldavian Republic (PMR) stated that the power outages will affect major cities such as Tiraspol, Rybnitsa, and Bendery, as well as several rural areas. The outages are a direct consequence of increased electricity consumption by residents exceeding the production capacity of the energy system.
The power outages will commence on the evening of January 3 and will last for approximately one hour. However, the duration may extend up to 30 minutes due to the technical process involved.
Earlier this month, it was reported that both planned and unplanned power outages had begun in the region, attributed to the significant increase in electricity demand and the burnout of fuses. Since January 1, the unrecognized region has not received gas supplies from Russia, leaving tens of thousands of households without gas and causing local industries to cease operations.
The authorities of Pridnestrovie have advised residents to mitigate the impact of the gas shortage by utilizing electric heaters, as electricity remains accessible due to the ongoing operation of the Dniester Hydroelectric Power Plant, which relies on stored supplies of coal and fuel oil.
While these reserves are anticipated to last until the end of the winter season, the rapid increase in electricity consumption and the onset of colder weather could potentially deplete them at an accelerated pace.
For a comprehensive understanding of the current situation in Pridnestrovie and Moldova, read the article "Why is the Kremlin Freezing Pridnestrovie?" and "Details and Consequences of Russia’s Gas War Against Moldova".
