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Many people in Transnistria are resorting to burning wood in an attempt to keep warm as temperatures drop to below freezing. Photo: Getty Images

Increased demand for firewood as energy crisis grips Transnistria

Emergency hotlines set up in the breakaway republic of Transnistria are fielding numerous requests for firewood as the region battles an energy crisis that has led to the suspension of heating and hot water supplies.