This morning, several areas around Leuven experienced power outages due to a malfunction at the Fluvius transformer station in Kessel-Lo. The incident, which occurred on 2025-04-17 at 10 AM, affected local businesses and households alike, creating confusion about store operations. While shops like Carrefour and Krëfel were technically open, their lights and cash registers were down. Fortunately, by 11:15 AM, electricity was restored throughout the affected regions.
- Stroomuitval in regio rond Leuven gemeld
- Carrefour en Krëfel getroffen door uitval
- Defect transformatiestation bij Fluvius vastgesteld
- Spoedactie om elektriciteit te herstellen gestart
- Herstel elektriciteit rond 11.15 uur voltooid
What Caused the Power Outage Around Leuven This Morning?
The power outage in Leuven this morning stemmed from a defect in the Fluvius transformer station located in Kessel-Lo. This crucial distribution point failed around 10 AM, leading to widespread disruptions. Here’s how it unfolded:
- Affected areas included Korbeek-Lo, Bierbeek, Lubbeek, and parts of Leuven.
If you live or work in these areas, stay informed about potential future outages and consider signing up for alerts from your local utility provider. Being prepared can help mitigate any inconvenience during similar incidents.
