Power blackout hits all of Puerto Rico as residents prepare for Easter weekend

Thursday, 17 April 2025
A widespread power outage plunged Puerto Rico into darkness, affecting all 1.4 million clients as the island prepared for Easter weekend. The blackout disrupted daily life, impacting businesses, tourism, and essential services like water supply. Officials are investigating the cause and working to restore power, facing public anger and calls to overhaul the island's energy infrastructure.

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News video: 1.4M In The Dark In Puerto Rico | Entire Island Without Power As Easter Weekend Begins | CLRCUT

1.4M In The Dark In Puerto Rico | Entire Island Without Power As Easter Weekend Begins | CLRCUT 06:28

An island-wide blackout plunged Puerto Rico into darkness on April 16, just as its largely Catholic population prepared for the sacred Easter weekend. All 1.4 million customers across the island lost power, with Luma Energy confirming, “The entire island is without generation.” Hotels were near...

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