Peru power outage hits northern region, SEIN transmission failure

A major power outage struck northern Peru on November 1, 2026, starting at 15:03 local time, caused by an event in the National Interconnected Electric System (SEIN) affecting transmission lines, per state-owned utility Enosa. The scope and restoration timeline remain unclear. This disrupts electricity supply across a wide area, potentially impacting businesses and critical services.

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