Utility services face disruptions across Latin America

Various regions across Latin America are experiencing significant utility service disruptions, including electricity and water outages due to both unplanned failures and scheduled maintenance.

In Venezuela, the Lara state has faced 26 power outages totaling over 94 hours, impacting 22 communities. Residents report economic losses and risks to patients dependent on medical equipment. Similarly, in Mexico, the CFE has announced scheduled six-hour power cuts in Motul, Yucatán, and San Cristóbal de las Casas, Chiapas, for infrastructure maintenance.

In Argentina, EPEC has scheduled multiple electricity interruptions in Córdoba and Villa María for network improvements and tree trimming.

Water supply is also being affected. In Ecuador, Interagua has scheduled water cuts along the Vía a la Costa in Guayaquil, with some sections facing up to 16 hours of suspension for bypass installations. In Mexico, Grupo MAS announced a 12-hour water service interruption in northern Veracruz due to pump maintenance.