Moscow Suburbs Plunged into Darkness: Thousands Without Power for 72 Hours

Moscow Suburbs Face Third Day Without Power Residents of Solnechnogorsk, Klin, Taldom, and nearby settlements in the Moscow region are enduring a third day without electricity, heating, and communication. The outage, which began on May 4th, 2025, has left many without the ability to cook or heat water. "We've been sitting here for three days without light, heat, or communication," said one resident. "Many of us don't even have water to heat." Power company representatives are reportedly providing inconsistent timelines for restoration, while residents report that no repair work is currently being conducted in the affected areas. The prolonged outage highlights the vulnerability of infrastructure and the challenges faced by residents during such emergencies. The situation underscores the need for improved infrastructure resilience and effective communication during power outages.