The Government of Ukraine is completely overhauling its system for warning about the danger of aerial attacks. As Prime Minister Serhiy Horytsky announced on Telegram, the country is introducing two levels of alerts, with the key innovation being the 'yellow' level, under which the economy and social infrastructure will be able to function in normal mode. According to the head of the Cabinet, the goal of the reform is to give people and businesses greater predictability: 'The economy must work, taxes must flow into the budget, and people must receive their salaries.'
What changes for business
Under the 'yellow' alert level, enterprises will be able to continue operating, but with two mandatory conditions: strict compliance with safety requirements and ensuring access for staff and visitors to shelters. For businesses that do not yet have protective structures, the government has established a three-month transition period to resolve the issue. In addition, local communities have been instructed to accelerate the installation and equipping of mobile shelters to protect citizens from debris.
Transport and the metro in Kyiv
The Cabinet issued separate recommendations for the capital. Kyiv's authorities have been advised to ensure the full operation of the metro during the 'yellow' alert level, and, if necessary, to increase the amount of surface transport so that residents can get to work, metro stations, or hospitals. This decision was made against the backdrop of a transport collapse in Kyiv caused by constant air alerts.
Curfew and logistics
The government also recommended shortening the duration of the curfew in Kyiv from 01:00 to 05:00. During this time, it is proposed to allow the movement of transit heavy vehicles and the carriage of passengers, which should ease logistics and reduce the load on the city's infrastructure.
Context: new attack tactics
The new rules are being introduced against the backdrop of changed tactics in Russian strikes: throughout the day, rocket-powered drones are continuously launched at Ukraine. Constant alerts have already led to transport disruptions in Kyiv and significant problems in business operations, which prompted a review of the entire warning system.
