CNN Central News & Network–ITDC India Epress/ITDC News Bhopal: A massive power outage has swept through Puerto Rico, leaving thousands without electricity and causing widespread disruption across the island. The blackout, which began early on April 16, 2025, has raised serious concerns about the island’s power infrastructure and the government’s ability to respond effectively to such crises. Governor Jenniffer González has come under fire for her apparent absence during the emergency. Local residents, activists, and opposition leaders have voiced their frustrations, accusing the governor of being “missing in action” while the island struggles to regain power.
The power failure is believed to be linked to aging infrastructure and severe weather conditions, which have exacerbated existing vulnerabilities. As the situation continues to develop, there is growing pressure on the government to take immediate action to address the power grid issues and provide relief to those affected. Critics are calling for greater accountability and transparency, demanding that the governor take a more proactive role in managing the crisis and communicating with the public. The incident has sparked widespread debates about the state of Puerto Rico’s energy sector and the need for urgent reforms to ensure better resilience against future outages.
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