Natural gas supply will be temporarily suspended in several parts of Armenia on October 26 and 27, 2026, due to scheduled maintenance work. Some communities will experience interruptions lasting up to 36 hours.
According to the announced maintenance schedule, the disruptions will affect parts of Yerevan, as well as communities in Lori, Ararat and Gegharkunik provinces.
The interruptions will impact residential consumers, businesses and public organizations. In several communities, gas supply will remain unavailable overnight and throughout much of the following day.
Consumers are advised to prepare in advance and follow natural gas safety requirements.
October 26: Eight-Hour Gas Interruption in Yerevan’s Ajapnyak District
Scheduled maintenance work will affect part of the Ajapnyak administrative district in Yerevan.
Interruption period: Monday, October 26, from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
The affected area is the neighborhood enclosed by the following streets:
Abelyan Street
Halabyan Street
Krkoryan Street
Estonian Street
Shinararneri Street (Builders Street)
The interruption will also affect nearby public organizations and facilities of various purposes.
The planned suspension will last approximately eight hours.
The announcement concerns the neighborhood bounded by these streets and should not be interpreted as a suspension of gas supply throughout the entire Ajapnyak district.
October 26: Gas Supply Interruption in Saramej, Lori Province
Residents of Saramej settlement in Lori Province will also experience a temporary interruption.
Interruption period: October 26, from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Gas supply will be unavailable for approximately nine hours while the scheduled maintenance work is carried out.
October 26–27: 36-Hour Gas Interruption in Masis and Surrounding Communities
One of the largest announced interruptions will affect Masis and several nearby settlements in Ararat Province.
Interruption period: October 26 at 8:00 a.m. until October 27 at 8:00 p.m.
The planned interruption will last 36 hours.
Full List of Affected Communities in Ararat Province
Masis town
Sis
Sipanik
Noramarg
Sayat-Nova
Nizami
Zorak
Dashtavan
Darbnik
Norabats
Darakert
Ghukasavan
Gas supply will also be suspended for public organizations and facilities operating in these communities.
Residents who use natural gas for heating, cooking or hot water should take the extended interruption into account.
Businesses and organizations may also need to adjust their operating arrangements during the suspension.
October 26–27: Gas Supply Suspended in Four Gegharkunik Communities
A separate 36-hour interruption has been announced for several communities in Gegharkunik Province.
Interruption period: October 26 at 9:00 a.m. until October 27 at 9:00 p.m.
The affected settlements are:
Gagarin
Lchashen
Chkalovka
Norashen
The suspension will affect residential gas consumers and various commercial and public facilities.
Businesses and Organizations Included in the Announcement
The notice specifically identifies the following companies and consumers:
Kar-Ap LLC
Sedami LLC
Gevmik LLC
Ara-Areg LLC
Gega Star LLC
Lihnitis LLC
Fast Gas LLC
Chanshin LLC
Noy Land LLC
Tsovanots LLC
Ninase LLC
A facility owned by Hovhannes Alaverdyan
Other public organizations and facilities operating in the affected settlements will also experience the interruption.
The company has not specified the individual operational impact on each business.
October 26–27: Additional 36-Hour Interruption in Gegharkunik Province
Another scheduled interruption will affect several communities in Gegharkunik Province during the same period.
Interruption period: October 26 at 9:00 a.m. until October 27 at 9:00 p.m.
Gas supply will be suspended in:
Karmirgyugh
Lanjaghbyur
Gegharkunik village
Part of Sarukhan settlement
The interruption will also affect:
Gah-1 LLC
Samvel Zakoyan, individual entrepreneur
Other public organizations and facilities operating in the affected areas
Importantly, the announcement specifies that only part of Sarukhan will be affected. It does not identify the exact streets or boundaries of that area.
Residents of Sarukhan should therefore check additional official notices if they need to determine whether their particular address is included.
Summary: Gas Interruption Schedule for October 26–27
Location
Start
Expected restoration
Duration
Yerevan, specified Ajapnyak neighborhood
Oct. 26, 10:00 a.m.
Oct. 26, 6:00 p.m.
8 hours
Saramej, Lori Province
Oct. 26, 9:00 a.m.
Oct. 26, 6:00 p.m.
9 hours
Masis and 11 surrounding settlements, Ararat Province
Oct. 26, 8:00 a.m.
Oct. 27, 8:00 p.m.
36 hours
Gagarin, Lchashen, Chkalovka and Norashen
Oct. 26, 9:00 a.m.
Oct. 27, 9:00 p.m.
36 hours
Karmirgyugh, Lanjaghbyur, Gegharkunik and part of Sarukhan
Oct. 26, 9:00 a.m.
Oct. 27, 9:00 p.m.
36 hours
All times are local Armenian time.
Safety Recommendations During Gas Supply Interruptions
Consumers in the affected communities should observe the relevant safety precautions before, during and after the temporary suspension.
Gas appliances should be turned off during the interruption. Residents should avoid attempting unauthorized repairs, modifications or adjustments to gas equipment.
If a gas odor is detected, people should avoid using open flames or electrical switches, leave the affected area and contact the emergency gas service from a safe location.
Residents should not use gas stoves or ovens as substitutes for proper space-heating equipment.
For households facing a 36-hour interruption, advance planning may be particularly important, especially where natural gas is used for heating or preparing meals.
When Will Gas Supply Be Restored?
According to the published schedule, gas supply in Yerevan’s affected Ajapnyak neighborhood and Saramej is expected to resume on October 26.
In the affected communities of Ararat and Gegharkunik provinces, restoration is scheduled for the evening of October 27, 2026.
The actual restoration time may depend on the completion of maintenance operations and required safety checks.
The gas supply company has apologized to consumers for the inconvenience and asked them to comply with safety requirements throughout the interruption period.
The longest planned interruptions will last 36 hours, affecting Masis and surrounding communities in Ararat Province, as well as several settlements in Gegharkunik Province.
