A large-scale power outage began Wednesday, November 29, 2023, impacting tens of thousands of customers in southeastern Norway. The disruptions are concentrated in the Romerike and Østlandet regions, where a fire at a regional network mast is suspected to be the cause. Authorities are investigating the blaze and working to restore power, tho an estimated time for full repairs has not yet been announced.
Widespread Power Outage Affects Thousands in Southeastern Norway
Tens of thousands of customers in southeastern Norway are without power following a large-scale outage that began on Wednesday, November 29, 2023. The disruptions are impacting areas including Romerike and Østlandet, leaving homes and businesses in the dark.
According to early reports, the outage stems from a fire at a regional network mast on Øvre Romerike. The extent of the damage and the cause of the fire are currently under investigation.
More than 10,000 households are affected, with areas around Nes particularly impacted. Power company officials have not yet provided an estimated time for full restoration, but crews are working to assess the damage and begin repairs.
The outage is causing significant disruption for residents and businesses across the affected region. The incident underscores the vulnerability of critical infrastructure to unforeseen events.
Further details are emerging as the situation develops. Residents are advised to check with their local power company for updates and safety information.
