Georgia Plunged into Darkness by Power Outage

The country of Georgia is facing widespread power outages, plunging cities like Tbilisi, Rustavi, and Batumi into darkness. The outage, which occurred shortly after midnight local time, is attributed to the disconnection of the power line linking Georgia and Turkey’s electricity systems. As a result, most parts of the country are experiencing limited power supply, with even iconic landmarks like the Tbilisi TV Tower going dark. Reports from internet users indicate a widespread impact, with residents expressing concerns over the situation. The state-run electricity operator, Electrosystem, has acknowledged the issue, but the full extent of the disruption is still unclear. With millions of people affected by the outage in this Caucasus region nation, authorities are yet to provide further details on the cause of the power line disconnection.