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Advisor to the president on the development of technological directions in defense, Sergei "Flash" Beskrestnov, urged Ukrainians to buy batteries, inverters, and power banks now, because in winter, due to intensified Russian attacks on energy, prices for this equipment could increase by 2-3 times. For generator owners, he advised keeping at least 10 liters of fuel in reserve.
Beskrestnov made the statement in another episode of the project "Rendezvous" with Yanina Sokolova. He explained his advice by the situation on the electrical equipment market and forecasts regarding attacks on energy this coming winter. He noted that the supply of missiles PAC-3 for Patriot directly affects Ukraine's ability to repel strikes by ballistic missiles and Iskanders.
"Right now we have such demand that the cost of inverters and various batteries is rising a lot. Now in summer — this is a crash, a sufficient crash in price and sufficient availability of batteries, inverters of various capacities in warehouses. If someone can — perhaps now is the time to buy, so as not to wait for prices to rise by 2, 3 times. Indeed by 2-3 times, I’m not joking," said Beskrestnov.
Flash emphasized that in summer there is a full range of batteries and inverters of various capacities at low prices in stock, while closer to winter demand will sharply grow along with the price. For generator owners, he additionally advised keeping a stock of fuel at home — at least 10 liters — so as not to depend on queues at gas stations in case of large-scale power outages.
Preparing for a new heating season
Beskrestnov's warnings come amid government statements about preparing for a difficult heating season. Earlier, Ukrainian officials talked about changing tactics of enemy attacks and preparing for a new strike on energy in winter, and experts urge citizens not to put preparation off until the last moment.
Experience from previous winters showed that massive attacks on energy facilities lead to shortages and price increases of generators, power banks, and batteries at peak blackout times. Therefore the recommendation to purchase equipment in advance, in summer, applies not only to generator owners but also to ordinary households that rely on power banks and flashlights.
Warned about difficult months ahead
Earlier Informator reported that Zelensky disclosed two scenarios for Ukraine in winter, one of which the president called pessimistic, noting that the authorities have information about Russia's intentions. We also wrote that a hard winter could become a reality, as expert Kopytko warned that time left to prepare for the heating season is running out.
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