Power Outage Hits Historic Centre of Thessaloniki
A high-voltage network fault left the historic centre of Thessaloniki without power for nearly 90 minutes, affecting traffic lights and street lighting.
- A fault in the high-voltage network caused a power outage lasting nearly 90 minutes in central Thessaloniki.
- Traffic lights and street lighting along main roads stopped working during the incident.
- Repair crews were deployed to the scene immediately, while emergency services reported no calls for assistance.
If you are currently visiting Thessaloniki, be prepared for potential local traffic delays due to affected street signals. Check with your accommodation provider for any updates regarding local services, and exercise caution when walking or driving through the historic centre.
Power Cut Affects Central Thessaloniki
A sudden power outage disrupted the historic centre of Thessaloniki for nearly 90 minutes following a reported fault in the high-voltage network early on Thursday morning.
The blackout began at approximately 6:30 a.m., according to local reports. Repair crews rushed to the scene to address the technical failure, though authorities had not yet provided a definitive timeframe for full restoration when initial assessments were made.
Impact on Traffic and Daily Routine
Due to the loss of electricity, traffic lights and street lighting along major thoroughfares in the city centre temporarily stopped functioning, prompting cautious navigation among drivers and pedestrians.
Despite the disruption to the urban infrastructure, the Fire Service confirmed that it had not received any calls for assistance or reports of emergencies related to the outage. Authorities continue to monitor the situation as work proceeds.
