2024 Lebanon blackout
| Part of Lebanese liquidity crisis | |
| Date | 17 August 2024 – ongoing |
|---|---|
| Time | 12:00 p.m. (EEST) |
| Location | Lebanon (nationwide) |
| Type | Power outage |
| Cause | Fuel shortages, inability to pay Iraq for fuel |
| Outcome | Complete shutdown of essential institutions |
The 2024 Lebanon blackout is an ongoing total nationwide power outage across Lebanon that began on 17 August 2024 due to the state electricity company of Lebanon, Électricité du Liban, running out of fuel reserves for its power plants. The blackout led to widespread water shortages due to the inability of Lebanese water corporations to pump water in effective amounts, as well as the halting of several fundamental institutions across Lebanon, including, wastewater treatment systems, ports, airports, and prisons.