Chile experienced a widespread blackout on Tuesday, affecting millions of people across the country. The blackout was caused by a disruption in a high-voltage transmission line that carries power from the Atacama Desert to the capital city of Santiago. The outage affected 14 out of the country’s 16 regions, including Santiago, the largest city in Chile. Essential services such as hospitals, prisons, and government buildings were operating on backup generators.
Officials were working to restore power and urged the public to remain calm. If the situation did not improve by sunset, emergency measures would be taken. The blackout impacted transportation systems, with subway services in Santiago suspended and traffic lights not working in many areas, leading to chaos on the streets. Mobile phone services were also affected.
Passengers were evacuated from darkened tunnels and subway stations, while police were dispatched to assist with evacuations and maintain order. The country’s main electricity distributor, Saesa, confirmed that all its customers experienced the power failure. Santiago International Airport switched to emergency power to ensure that flights could continue operating.
The blackout highlighted the importance of having a functioning electrical system and the need for emergency preparedness. Transport Minister Juan Carlos Muñoz advised people to stay home and avoid unnecessary travel, as the situation was still unstable. The government was working to resolve the issue and restore power to all affected areas as quickly as possible.
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