💧 Why does the water supply stop when the power goes out? And where are the generators?

💧 Why does the water supply stop when the power goes out? And where are the generators?

We often receive these questions from Odesa residents. So here's a simple explanation. 👇

⚡️ Some of Infoksvodokanal's pumping stations are affected by scheduled power outages. Without electricity, the powerful pumps that deliver water to our homes cannot operate.

🔋 But what about the generators?
We have 48 generators that help maintain the water supply during power outages.
However, there is an important detail. Pumping stations generally use powerful equipment that cannot be automatically switched to a generator. Switching safely to backup power takes time, as does restarting the pumps and refilling the pipelines with water.

💧 It is important to understand that the city's water supply system functions as a single interconnected organism. Therefore, even a temporary power outage at one pumping station can affect the operation of other facilities and cause a drop in water pressure in neighboring districts.

⏳ That is why even a few minutes without electricity can lead to water supply interruptions lasting about an hour or even longer for some consumers.
In addition, frequent pump shutdowns and restarts place extra strain on the water supply network. This can cause water hammer and, consequently, emergency pipeline ruptures. Our repair crews do their best to respond promptly to such situations.

💦 What should consumers do?
We recommend always keeping a small supply of water at home in case of unexpected interruptions.
We fully understand how important it is to have running water at home. And believe us, our specialists work around the clock to do everything possible to ensure that Odesa residents continue to have water, even under difficult conditions.