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flag Kyiv's zoo battles extreme cold from power outages caused by Russian strikes, using generators and firewood to protect animals, including a 51-year-old gorilla.

flag Kyiv’s zoo is struggling to keep animals warm during a severe winter power crisis caused by Russian air strikes on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure, with temperatures dropping to -18°C. flag Staff are working around the clock using generators, firewood, and insulation to maintain safe conditions, especially for 51-year-old gorilla Tony, who cannot be relocated. flag Workers deliver firewood five times daily to keep enclosures at 20°C and rely on stored water and fuel to sustain operations for up to three days during outages. flag The situation underscores the broader humanitarian and logistical challenges facing Kyiv as the war enters its fourth year.

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