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Russia boasts a massive energy infrastructure, but a recent wave of heating system breakdowns in Moscow and beyond has left many residents scrambling to keep harsh winter temperatures outside.
Five people were injured in Novosibirsk as hot steam spurted in Russia’s latest utility system failure - a nationwide crisis that has left thousands to freeze in subzero temperatures.
Russia boasts a massive energy infrastructure, but a recent wave of heating system breakdowns has left many of its citizens scrambling to keep the frost outside.
The incident took place in a town northwest of Moscow. Though heating was partially restored this morning, it has sparked much debate among locals on government negligence and priorities.