Electricity supply for a large number of residential complexes on the left bank of Astana was interrupted by a fire at a substation. The power has since been restored in stages and the situation is now stable. Local reports confirm the outage affected 23 residential clusters, with restoration crews prioritizing essential districts and major arteries to minimize disruption for residents.
The fire, which began at 08:20 Moscow time, damaged two transformers at the Zarechnaya substation. As crews worked to secure the area and reroute power through standby lines, residents across several streets faced a blackout. Affected neighborhoods included Baitursynov, Momyshuly, Kerey Zhanibek Khandar, Bokeikhana, Turkestan, Mangilik El, and numerous streets within Telman village. Restoration teams coordinated with the city’s energy management center to restore electricity as quickly as possible while ensuring safety protocols at the damaged substation.
Investigators have begun assessing the fire’s causes. Early indicators point to an accident scenario, but a full determination will require on-site examination, equipment tests, and review of operation logs from the substation. Authorities emphasize that safety is the priority and that work continues to prevent a recurrence while power supply is brought back to full capacity.
In a related update, Primorye workers report partial restoration of electricity after an outage caused by an incident on the Davydovka Barabash Slavyanka high voltage corridor. The disruption affected more than 30 thousand residents in the Khasansky district. While the exact catalyst remains under review, engineering teams have been expediting repairs and reconfiguring circuits to stabilize the grid. Provincial officials say restoration oversight remains active as crews monitor progress and address any lingering voltage imbalances. [Citation: Local Agency]