Investigators Open Case Over Krasnovishersk Heating Failures During Deep Freeze

The case centers on allegations that unsafe service left buildings far below temperature norms during severe frosts.

Overview

Russia’s Investigative Committee opened a criminal case under Article 238 against the leadership of the local heating supplier in Krasnovishersk.
Investigators inspected the boiler house, recorded equipment and indoor temperature readings, began questioning residents and company officials, and reported that assistance is being provided to affected people.
City heating was switched to a reserve boiler, and the launch of newly installed main equipment remains on hold because of persistent extreme cold.
The regional Housing Ministry said a new boiler at Boiler House No. 2 completed commissioning, entered normal service, and is supplying part of the city with heat and hot water at regulated temperatures.
Work to connect a new unit at Boiler House No. 11 continues, and the Perm Krai government funded two 5 MW boilers for Boiler Houses No. 1 and No. 3 as temperatures hover near −26°C with forecasts as low as −40 to −42°C this week.