Infrastructure

LUMA Energy to Perform Planned Work, Possibly Causing Power Outages

Published Oct 12, 2026, 9:39 AM ASTvia El Nuevo Día

At a glance

  • LUMA Energy will perform planned improvement work from October 12 to 18 in several municipalities
  • The work may cause temporary power outages in some communities
  • LUMA will also carry out improvements that will not cause interruptions, including removal of hazardous vegetation and restoration of substations

Why this matters: For residents and businesses in the affected municipalities, the planned work may cause temporary disruptions to daily life and economic activities, but is intended to improve the overall reliability of the power grid.

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Power live: 23,182 customers out island-wide at 12:34 PM

LUMA Energy will perform planned improvement work from October 12 to 18 in several municipalities, which may cause temporary power outages in some communities. The company says the work is necessary to ensure the stability and reliability of the system in the long term. LUMA will also carry out improvements that will not cause interruptions.

The work includes the removal of hazardous vegetation, replacement and repair of power lines and equipment, and resilience enhancement of poles in various locations, such as Aibonito, Arecibo, Aguada, and San Juan. Additionally, LUMA will perform restoration and modernization of substations in Arecibo, Hatillo, and San Juan, and connection and disconnection of underground customers in Salinas.

The company appreciates the patience and understanding of its customers during this time. The affected areas include urbanizations, neighborhoods, and roads in multiple municipalities, with specific locations listed for each type of work.

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SourceEl Nuevo Día

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Power live: 23,182 customers out island-wide at 12:34 PM