Massive blackout in Chile: millions affected and the largest copper mine left without power.

Millions of people found themselves without electricity due to a large-scale national blackout that occurred in Chile on Tuesday. This was reported by BBC, as noted by UNN.

Details

It is noted that a vast area was affected by the power outage, including the capital city, Santiago. The subway services were halted, and passengers were evacuated from the stations.

Many employers sent their employees home, but they were effectively stranded in the city due to the overwhelming burden on ground transportation. Air travel is experiencing significant delays, and passengers are advised to check the status of their flights.

The national emergency prevention and response service was unable to explain the cause of the blackout. Energy companies are working to restore network operations. The government has convened a meeting to discuss potential measures.

Recall

In December of last year, the main power plant in Cuba, located in the Matanzas province, failed, leaving millions of consumers without electricity. Authorities suspended classes and work.