Power outage turns into a crisis: Security forces on the streets!
A state of emergency has been declared in Chile due to a widespread power outage. A curfew has been imposed across the country.
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A massive power outage in Chile has affected almost the entire country, leaving approximately 19 million people without electricity. Following the blackout, the government declared a state of emergency in many regions, including the capital Santiago, and began enforcing a curfew.
Strong Reaction from President Boric
Chilean President Gabriel Boric emphasized that the outage is unacceptable, stating, "What happened today makes us all angry. Millions of people have been victimized due to the negligence of one or more companies. We will ensure that those responsible are held accountable and we will do what is necessary to resolve this problem quickly."
Life Comes to a Standstill Across the Country
Commercial activities have largely come to a halt due to the power outage. Thousands of police and soldiers have been deployed to strategic points to ensure public safety. The government announced that it is continuing its efforts to investigate the causes of the outage and identify those responsible.