Murmansk public transport switched to special mode, street lighting turned off

Murmansk Mayor Ivan Lebedev announced a special operating mode for public transport and phased street lighting shutdowns after a power line accident.
Mar 6, 2026
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This photograph captures the darkened streets of Murmansk following the repeated power line failures.

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Natalya Laptsevich / 74.RU

Murmansk Mayor Ivan Lebedev announced a special mode for public transport in the city after an accident on a section of the power line with temporary supports.

Official communication details the adjustments to public transport and lighting due to the power crisis.

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Mintrans MO / t.me

Also, Lebedev announced the phased shutdown of outdoor lighting and illuminations on the streets.

«I remind you, this is necessary to free up capacity for priority utility and social facilities,» he said.

Recall that part of Murmansk and Severomorsk is again without electricity. We are publishing all important and up-to-date information about the power outage in Murmansk and the region in an online broadcast.

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