On July 22, 2026, Cyprus experienced widespread rolling power outages as electricity demand surged due to extreme temperatures. The Electricity Authority of Cyprus (EAC) implemented cuts lasting 20 to 30 minutes, affecting various areas between 4:00 pm and 8:30 pm. Officials, including spokesperson Christina Papadopoulou, attributed the instability to excessive load and faults in aging generators, particularly at the Dhekelia power station. The shortfall between production and consumption reached approximately 25 megawatts during the evening peak, as wind power provided minimal support.

To manage the grid, the EAC has categorized residential consumers into 22 groups, subjecting them to rotating disconnections while exempting critical infrastructure such as hospitals. Charis Zavallis, Assistant Director of the Energy Control Centre, stated that repair efforts are underway at the Dhekelia and Vasilikos stations. While authorities hope to restore capacity today, further rolling outages are considered highly likely if these repairs are unsuccessful. The system remains under significant strain as the heatwave continues to drive heavy air conditioning usage across the island.