Major Power outage Impacts 16,000 Homes in Tilburg

Tilburg,Netherlands – January 17,2026,09:02:46 A significant power outage is currently affecting a large portion of Tilburg and surrounding areas this Saturday morning.Approximately 16,000 households are without power, impacting 638 postal codes.

The outage began shortly before 9:00 AM local time. Enexis, the local grid operator, reports the affected area stretches roughly 19 kilometers, from Dongen to the eastern limits of Tilburg. Residents are experiencing disruptions to electricity service.

Enexis spokesperson stated that the cause of the outage is still being investigated. Crews are working to identify the source of the problem and restore power as quickly as possible. They currently estimate power will be restored around 11:00 AM.

This is a developing story. Further updates will be provided as they become available. Residents are encouraged to check the Enexis website for the latest details and estimated restoration times.It’s significant to avoid needless strain on emergency services during this time.

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