Kyiv region tightens light masking on military request

Tightening protective measures in the Kyiv region

A stricter light masking regime is being introduced in the Kyiv region. This decision was made during a regular meeting of the local Security Council, as announced by the head of the Kyiv Regional Military Administration, Timur Tkachenko.

Military initiative and objectives of the measure

According to the head of the Regional Military Administration, the need for such a decision arose at the request of the military. The main objective of tightening light masking is to complicate the operation of the enemy's air attack assets. This measure is particularly relevant during the long winter twilight and night hours.

Local authorities have been tasked with cooperating with representatives of the business, municipal, and housing sectors to ensure compliance with the new requirements.

Impact on the energy system

Timur Tkachenko also drew attention to a secondary objective of these measures. Tightening light masking will contribute to fostering a more responsible attitude towards the use of electricity.

«Також, що є побічною метою, це створює основу для більш відповідального ставлення до використання електроенергії. Всі розуміють, які виклики постали перед енергосистемою в цей час» (Also, which is a secondary objective, it creates a foundation for a more responsible attitude towards the use of electricity. Everyone understands what challenges the energy system is facing at this time), noted the head of the Kyiv Regional Military Administration.