UKRAINE, KHARKIV, Feb. 4 — As for Feb. 4, there is no heating in 150,000 homes after the Russian mass attack on Kharkiv on Feb. 3, said the press service of the Kharkiv City Council to Gwara Media.

On Feb. 3, Russian forces used over 100 Shahed drones, ballistic missiles, Tornado S multiple launch rocket system, and cluster munitions to attack Kharkiv energy infrastructure.

After the attack, a Russian drone threat was detected in the region, which prevented energy workers from eliminating the consequences of the strikes.

On Feb. 3, local officials declared a state of emergency in Kharkiv.

Throughout the day, special heating points began to open in the city, where locals can get hot drinks and food, charge their gadgets, and more.

The press service of the Kharkiv City Council told Gwara Media that heating points are opened in residential areas at the request of people who have been left without electricity and heating.

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