Greenland Experiences Power Outage and Strong Winds

The blackout arrives as the government has encouraged citizens to be ready for a ‘disaster’ lasting up to five days.

Greenland’s capital, Nuuk, experienced a widespread power outage due to strong winds affecting the Buksefjord hydroelectric plant, leaving many without power and water. As the utility company worked to restore services, the government had recently advised residents to prepare for potential emergencies, although it clarified that no immediate crisis was anticipated. The situation follows heightened geopolitical tensions over U.S. interest in Greenland, with President Trump discussing possible future dealings during a recent forum. Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen emphasized Greenland’s sovereignty in response to these developments.