Tolosa transformer station fire causes widespread power outages in La Plata

An early morning fire at the Tolosa transformer station has caused significant power outages in La Plata and surrounding areas, affecting thousands of residents. The electrical distributor, EDELAP, has implemented an emergency operational plan involving the installation of over 15 generators to restore service progressively.

As of the latest updates, approximately 90% of affected users have regained electricity, though several thousand remain without power. The company expects full normalization within 72 hours. The outage has caused significant hardship for residents, including food spoilage, difficulties accessing water, and concerns regarding refrigerated medications.

The incident has triggered political debate in the La Plata City Council. Local officials have requested technical reports on the causes of the fire, maintenance history, and the effectiveness of the emergency response. Some political groups are demanding that EDELAP provide compensation to affected users, such as a 50% reduction in upcoming electricity bills.