Attention Odessans!

Attention Odessans!

Information is being spread on social media and Telegram channels, citing anonymous sources, that "Infoksvodokanal" is allegedly responsible for the operation of all pumping stations, which were not turned on in time and supposedly caused large-scale flooding.

We would like to remind you that "Infoksvodokanal" is responsible only for drinking water supply and the disposal of domestic wastewater. Our company has no relation to stormwater (rainwater) drainage or the maintenance of storm sewer systems, as this is a completely different system and does not fall within the competence of the water utility.

Regarding the operation of pumping stations, we would once again like to draw attention, especially for the so-called "experts" and "sources" of certain Telegram channels. The sewage pumping stations of the water utility are intended for transferring domestic wastewater to biological treatment facilities. They do not need to be "turned on," as some "couch experts" claim — this is complete nonsense. Firstly, pumping stations are never turned off, as they operate around the clock. Secondly, their work cannot in any way affect the flooding of the city caused by rainfall.

And most importantly, by order of the President of Ukraine, a comprehensive investigation and verification of all circumstances that took place during the natural disaster is currently being carried out in Odesa.