LUMA Energy warns of possible power outages on Sunday due to work in Costa Rica

Federation LUMA energy It was announced tonight at the Costa Rican Power Station in Guanila that early tomorrow, Sunday, “important work will be done to strengthen the power grid and repair it as a result of the April 6 power outage” so that customers can experience service interruptions. .

“As always, LUMA will prioritize the safety of its workers and the public during these repairs. We are taking all necessary precautionary measures to avoid this important work-related power outage. Please be aware that LUMA will be releasing updates on our social media immediately.They pointed out in brief written expressions.

Works on the Costa Sur will take place from 5:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

On April 6, Puerto Rico experienced a general blackout that left all customers without service after the eruption of Costa Surrey. The incident is still under investigation.

Meanwhile, last Wednesday, the managing director The Electricity Authority (PREPA), Josué Colón, reported on the possibility of planned interruptions or selective blackouts until tomorrow due to a generational shortage to meet demand.

Through a press release, Cologne pointed it out In Aguirre plant unit # 2, SalinasThere is a gap in the boiler that restricts its production and must be removed from service To fix it.

The situation is exacerbated by the fact that the following are basic or key units Defective and not available for many years: San Juan Power Station Unit # 10 (March 2016), San Juan Power Station Unit # 8 (June 2021), Aguirre integrated cycle steam unit # 1 (October 2021), Unit CT 2-1 Aguirre integrated cycle (July 2021), Aguirre Unit CT 2-2 (September 2016), Aguirre’s Integrated Circulation Steam Unit # 2 (June 2017) and Cambalache Power Station Unit # 1 (September 2011).