Storm causes power outages across Latvia, Kurzeme hit hardest

On Saturday around 4 p.m., distribution system operator AS "Sadales tīkls" released data showing electricity outages registered across the country. According to the company's information, the highest number of grid disruptions was recorded in the Kurzeme region, specifically around Kuldīga, where the number of faults exceeded that of other areas.

Warnings over hazardous weather

The Latvian Environment, Geology and Meteorology Centre (LVGMC) issued warnings at multiple levels — orange, yellow, and even red — for strong winds and heavy rainfall. The warnings apply both to Riga and to the rest of the country.

Cancelled events

Due to the hazardous weather conditions, a number of outdoor events planned across Latvia have been cancelled. The source does not specify which particular events were affected.

Power supply disruptions have affected various regions of the country, but according to the operator's data, Kurzeme has been hit hardest. The situation is linked to conditions caused by the storm, which is affecting the operation of the electricity grid.