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Failed Conductor Blamed for Czech Blackout as Power Returns

After the grid was repaired at eight distribution stations, officials have launched a comprehensive review to bolster resilience.

Leere Straßenbahn in Prag, Tschechien
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Overview

  • CEPS traced the outage to a failed phase conductor at eight distribution stations and restored power to most regions by mid-afternoon, with full recovery by evening.
  • Czech Police and the Cybersecurity Authority confirmed there were no signs of sabotage or cyberattack behind the blackout.
  • Interior Ministry convened a crisis staff to oversee emergency operations that relied on hospital generators and fire brigade rescues to maintain critical services.
  • All three Prague metro lines and trams on the Vltava’s right bank halted briefly before transit services resumed within 30 minutes.
  • Prime Minister Petr Fiala and key ministers have called for a thorough technical and political review aimed at strengthening the country’s power grid.