A major power outage affected several cities following an incident at a thermal power plant. Local authorities reported the event via the city government Telegram channel, outlining the sequence of outages and the ongoing restoration efforts.
The incident occurred today around 17:00 at CHPP-27 in Mytishchi. According to the official update, residents across four streets in Mytishchi and portions of the North-Eastern Administrative District experienced a loss of electricity. Crews immediately sprang into action to restore backup power and reenergize affected networks while safeguarding critical infrastructure and residents.
Confirmed outages include Yubileinaya, Beloborodova, Kedrin streets, and a segment of 1st Rupasovsky Lane. Power engineers coordinated with local utilities to prioritize restoration in these areas, deploying temporary generators where needed and monitoring system stability to prevent further disruptions.
In a separate incident on July 20, residents of Anapa blocked the intersection of Shevchenko and Ivan Golubets streets in response to the ongoing outages. The blockade drew attention to the impact of power interruptions on daily life, transportation, and local businesses, prompting city authorities to assess demand, supply gaps, and the resilience of the electrical grid.
Earlier, Krasnodar experienced a prolonged outage under extreme heat, with temperatures reaching forty degrees Celsius. Citizens began gathering at key thoroughfares to demand reliable electricity. City officials, including the mayor, Yevgeny Naumov, arrived at the scene, and police documented several detentions related to expressions considered disrespectful to authorities. The event underscored the urgent need for improved grid reliability during peak demand periods and heat waves.
There were also reports of electricity issues in Yalta, where residents faced power disruptions impacting homes, businesses, and public services. Local energy providers indicated that multiple factors contributed to the interruptions, including equipment stress, demand spikes, and the challenge of maintaining stability across the network during hot weather and high usage times.
Across these regions, utility operators reaffirmed their commitment to rapid restoration and to communicating clearly with the public about outage zones, estimated restoration times, and safety advisories. Updates emphasized teamwork between dispatch centers, field crews, and emergency services to minimize downtime and ensure orderly recovery as the electrical system returns to full operation.
Analysts note that events like these reveal vulnerabilities in aging infrastructure and the importance of proactive maintenance, diversified energy sources, and scalable restoration plans. Officials highlighted ongoing investments in grid modernization, backup generation capacity, and remote monitoring to enhance resilience against weather-related stress, equipment failures, and unexpected outages in the future.
Residents are urged to stay informed through official channels for the latest outage maps and restoration estimates, exercise caution around damaged electrical equipment, and report downed lines or other hazards to authorities. As regions recover, the focus remains on restoring service as quickly and safely as possible while communicating clearly about any longer-term improvements planned for the grid.