A major transformer at Al-Junaid station suddenly failed on Wednesday, cutting electricity supplies across eastern Al-Jazira, an informed source said.
The unexpected breakdown left homes, businesses and public facilities without power, disrupting daily life across the affected districts.
Electricity engineers and technicians mobilized quickly to the station to begin repairing the damaged transformer and diagnosing the fault.
Technical teams are now conducting tests to determine when full power supply can safely resume for residents.
Authorities overseeing the electricity sector are supervising the maintenance work to ensure repairs meet required safety standards.
Officials have not yet announced a timeline for when service will be fully restored to the region.
Local businesses and essential services voiced concern over potential losses linked to the unplanned power disruption.
No casualties or major incidents were reported in connection with the transformer malfunction, according to the source.
The Al-Junaid station serves as a key node supplying power to communities throughout eastern Al-Jazira.
Electricity officials have pledged to update the public once significant progress is made in restoring supply.
