# Electrical service disruptions in Dominican Republic and VE

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/electrical-service-disruptions-in-dominican-republic-and-ve
> Updated: 2026-10-09T00:11:29.000Z. Sources: 19. Developments: 2.

In the Dominican Republic, the Metro de Santo Domingo experienced service interruptions on Line 2 due to an electrical failure at the García Saleta substation. The fault caused a loss of power in the catenary between the Pedro Bonó and Ramón Cáceres stations. In response, the Empresa Metropolitana de Transporte provided partial services and free transportation across all lines as compensation.

Simultaneously, Venezuela faced widespread electrical instability. Severe voltage fluctuations and outages were reported in Caracas, Miranda, La Guaira, and several interior states, including Zulia, Lara, and Carabobo. Joel Segura, president of Fedecámaras Lara, noted that persistent power shortages and failing public services act as major obstacles to industrial and commercial growth.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-09: Infrastructure damage causes transit issues in Santo Domingo and Santo Domingo Este

Road deterioration in Santo Domingo Este and a sinkhole in Santo Domingo have caused significant traffic disruptions and safety concerns for motorists and pedestrians.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/infrastructure-damage-causes-transit-issues-in-santo-domingo-and-santo-domingo-este

### 2026-09-15: Metro de Santo Domingo and Venezuela face electrical service disruptions

Electrical failures disrupted the Metro de Santo Domingo in the Dominican Republic, while widespread power fluctuations and outages continue to impact multiple regions across Venezuela.

16 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/transport-disruptions-reported-in-valencia-and-caracas

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