Oman: Power outages reported nationwide Sept. 5

Event

Power outages are reportedly occurring nationwide in Oman, including in Muscat, as of the afternoon of Sept. 5. The reason for the outages remains unclear.

The ongoing outage could result in the temporary unavailability of essential services, such as ATMs and filling stations. The blackout could adversely affect security protocols, including alarm systems and electronic fences; opportunistic criminal activity may increase during the outage. It remains unclear when authorities will be able to return power to the area.

Advice

Conserve batteries and restrict cellphone use to emergencies in case of an extended power outage. For safety reasons, monitor generators while they are operating due to potential fires. Unplug appliances and electronic equipment to protect against surge damage when power resumes.