Mysterious Power Outage Plunges Half of Ecuador Into Darkness, Authorities Launch Investigation
A massive and unexplained power failure struck Ecuador on Friday, leaving approximately half of the nation’s population without electricity for several hours. The blackout, which began at approximately 2:30 PM local time, affected major cities including Quito and Guayaquil, disrupting transportation, communications, and essential services. Authorities have not yet identified the cause but have ruled out external interference, focusing instead on a potential grid malfunction. Emergency teams are working to restore full power, and President Guillermo Lasso has called for a full investigation into the incident.