Will There Be a Massive Power Outage in Veracruz? CFE Announces Scheduled Power Cut Affecting at Least 50 Neighborhoods
The Federal Electricity Commission (CFE) announced that it will carry out a scheduled power outage affecting at least 50 neighborhoods in the state of Veracruz due to maintenance work. If you live in the state, here are the affected areas and the outage schedule for Wednesday, July 22.
Why Is There a Power Outage in Veracruz?
Throughout the year, the CFE performs scheduled power outages across Mexico to carry out maintenance and repairs on the electrical grid, ensuring reliable service for users.
During the fourth week of July, maintenance work will take place in Veracruz, where weather conditions make these improvements necessary. According to the CFE, approximately 50 neighborhoods will be affected.
Power Outage Schedule
- Date: Wednesday, July 22
- Time: 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Municipalities Affected
The scheduled outage will impact the following municipalities:
- San Rafael
- Tecolutla
- Nautla
- Martínez de la Torre
Residents in approximately 50 neighborhoods may experience power interruptions lasting up to five hours.
Affected Neighborhoods
San Rafael and Surrounding Communities
- San Rafael Centro
- El Pital
- Puntilla Aldama
- Paso de Telaya
- Manuel Ávila Camacho
- Tres Bocas
- Potrero Nuevo
- El Arenal
- Sonzapotes
- La Poza
- Col. San Rafael
- Tres Encinos
- Nuevo Centro Población Ejidal Benito Juárez
- Ejido Vega de San Marcos
- Col. Gustavo del Valle
- Tepetates
- Ejido San Rafael
- Sementeras
- El Guayabal
- El Cabellal
- Isla Santa Rosa
Coastal Area and Nautla
- Nautla
- Casitas
- Monte Gordo
- La Vigueta
- El Ostional
- Miguel Alemán
- Playa Paraíso
- Riachuelos
- Fuerte de Anaya
- Carretera a Vega de Alatorre
- Chapa Chapa
- Cruz de los Esteros
- La Guadalupe
- Laureles
- Jicaltepec
- Flores Magón
Tecolutla and Martínez de la Torre
- María de la Torre
- José María Morelos
- La Defensa
- Hueytepec
- El Zapote
- Huipanguillo
- Ejido La Perla
- Col. Puerto Palchán
- Col. Progreso
- Ejido La Nueva Guadalupe
CFE Recommendations for Scheduled Power Outages
If you live in one of the affected areas, the CFE recommends the following to prevent damage to electrical appliances:
- Unplug electrical devices at least 20 minutes before the scheduled outage.
- Turn off unnecessary lights.
- Wait at least 20 minutes after power is restored before reconnecting electrical appliances.
Source: adn40
