A widespread power outage has plunged Georgia into darkness, affecting major cities like Tbilisi, Rustavi, and Batumi. The outage, which occurred shortly after midnight local time, is believed to be linked to the disconnection of the power line connecting Georgia and Turkey. Electrosystem, the country’s electricity operator, confirmed the outage, leading to a limited power supply across the nation.
Reports indicate that even iconic landmarks like the Tbilisi TV Tower have been affected by the blackout. Concerned citizens took to social media platforms like Reddit to share their experiences, with one user noting the city-wide impact from their balcony view.
The blackout has left millions of residents without electricity in the country, which is situated on the Black Sea coast in the Caucasus region. Tbilisi, home to a significant portion of Georgia’s population, is among the areas hit by the power disruption. The exact cause of the power line disconnection is still under investigation.
The outage has underscored the vulnerability of Georgia’s electricity infrastructure, prompting concerns about the reliability of the power grid in the region. As authorities work to restore power to the affected areas, residents are bracing for potential disruptions to daily life.