A widespread power outage has left approximately 33,000 homes without electricity in Avellaneda, a suburb of Buenos Aires, Argentina. The blackout occurred during a severe cold snap, exacerbating the impact on residents. The majority of affected customers are located in the southern part of the greater Buenos Aires metropolitan area. Authorities have not yet determined the cause of the outage, but are working to restore power. The timing of the disruption is particularly concerning due to the low temperatures and increased energy demand for heating. This incident highlights potential vulnerabilities in the region’s power infrastructure. Further updates will be provided as they become available.
