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Heavy surge caused power outage in many areas on Tortola

-some areas already reconnected
A heavy surge on the electricity system resulted in the loss of electricity to several areas on Tortola today, Saturday, August 15, 2026. Photo: BVIEC
LONG BUSH, Tortola, VI- A heavy surge on the electricity system resulted in the loss of electricity to several areas on Tortola today, Saturday, August 15, 2026.

The BVI Electricity Corporation (BVIEC) said areas affected include Long Bush to Mayaba Estate, along the Ridge to East End, and areas supplied by the Airport Feeder.

The electricity company said investigations are ongoing to determine the cause of the surge and the full extent of the outage.

Teams working to restore power

BVIEC said teams are working to restore power as quickly and safely as possible. Power has already been restored to the three affected feeders in East End (also powers Virgin Gorda) at approximately 10:43 AM. 

Customers from Trellis Bay to Scrub Island remain without electricity, with restoration expected within the next 30 minutes.

“We apologise for the inconvenience caused and thank customers for their patience and understanding,” BVIEC added. “Our teams continue to investigate the issue and work to restore power as quickly and safely as possible.”



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