Natural gas supply has been suspended in Nor Hachn and Nor Geghi in Armenia’s Kotayk Province on November 12, 2026, after an underground gas pipeline was damaged during excavation work.
According to Gazprom Armenia, the incident occurred when excavation work carried out by third parties damaged a medium-pressure underground gas pipeline.
As a result, gas supply to consumers in both communities was interrupted at 10:00 a.m.
Which Areas Are Affected?
The emergency shutdown affects natural gas consumers in:
Nor Hachn city
Nor Geghi settlement
Gazprom Armenia confirmed that emergency repair teams are working to restore the damaged pipeline and resume normal gas distribution.
When Will Gas Supply Be Restored?
According to the company’s announcement, gas supply is expected to be restored at approximately 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, November 12.
The interruption is therefore expected to last around eight hours, provided repairs are completed within the estimated timeframe.
The company has emphasized that the restoration time is preliminary and depends on the progress of the emergency repair work.
Residents are advised to observe gas safety precautions, keep gas appliances switched off during the interruption and follow official announcements regarding the restoration of service.
