Quick Read
- BC Hydro has scheduled multiple power outages in Richmond, B.C., from February 2-6, 2026.
- Outages will affect residential customers on Fairbrook Cres., Fairhurst Rd., Seacote Rd., Seavale Rd., Williams Rd., Dakota Dr., and No. 1 Rd.
- Roadwork by BC Hydro for duct bank installation and overhead utility work is underway on Westminster Highway and other Richmond streets.
- Planned projects aim to maintain and upgrade the city’s electrical infrastructure.
- Earlier in January, over 400 BC Hydro customers in northern B.C. also experienced outages.
RICHMOND (Azat TV) – Residents in Richmond, British Columbia, are facing a series of scheduled power outages and significant utility-related roadwork throughout early February 2026, as BC Hydro undertakes essential maintenance and infrastructure upgrades across the city. These planned disruptions, detailed by the provincial utility, will affect various customer groups and traffic routes, reflecting BC Hydro’s ongoing efforts to ensure the reliability and safety of its electrical grid.
The planned work, which began on Monday, February 2, 2026, and is set to continue through the week and into March, includes equipment maintenance, pole replacements, and underground construction. The utility advises that these measures are critical for the long-term integrity of the power supply, though they will necessitate temporary inconveniences for the local community.
Planned Power Outages Impact Richmond Residents
Multiple areas in Richmond are slated for temporary power outages this week to facilitate planned work on BC Hydro equipment. On Monday, February 2, from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., 13 customers on Fairbrook Crescent and Fairhurst Road experienced disruptions. This was followed by an outage on Tuesday, February 3, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., affecting 10 customers on Seacote Road and Seavale Road.
Further outages are scheduled for Wednesday, February 4, with less than five customers impacted on Williams Road from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m., and 28 customers at 4771 Williams Road from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. Later in the week, on Friday, February 6, less than five customers on Dakota Drive will experience an outage from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., and a similar number will be affected at 12551 No. 1 Road and the south foot of No. 1 Road from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. These localized outages are part of routine maintenance designed to prevent larger, unplanned service interruptions.
BC Hydro Utility and Roadwork Projects Underway
Beyond power outages, BC Hydro is also leading several roadwork and construction projects that will impact traffic flow in Richmond. A significant duct bank installation is underway on Westminster Highway, between Elmbridge Way and Gilbert Road, scheduled for weekdays from February 2 to March 4, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Overhead utility work is also planned for the laneway behind 9851 Seavale Road on Tuesday, February 3, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Other BC Hydro-related projects include pole replacement work at 23740 Dyke Road on Thursday, February 5, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Later in February, BC Hydro overhead utility work is scheduled for 6700 Francis Road on Wednesday, February 11, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., and civil works at 10571 Hogarth Drive from Thursday, February 12 to 17. Additionally, BC Hydro installation work is ongoing until Friday, February 13, on Capstan Way, between Sexsmith and Garden City roads, affecting weekdays from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. These projects contribute to the modernization and resilience of the city’s power infrastructure.
Broader Provincial Context for BC Hydro Operations
The planned work in Richmond comes as BC Hydro continues to manage its extensive provincial network. In the week leading up to February 1, 2026, over 400 BC Hydro customers in northern B.C. communities, including Chetwynd, Dawson Creek, Fort St. John, and Taylor, experienced outages. These past events, highlighted by Energeticcity.ca, underscore the continuous nature of utility maintenance and unexpected service disruptions across British Columbia.
The ongoing scheduled power outages and infrastructure work by BC Hydro in Richmond, and the recent outages in other regions, illustrate the constant effort required to maintain a reliable and modern electricity grid, essential for supporting communities and economic activity across British Columbia.