Overview

• A blackout struck Bali at 4pm local time on Friday due to a disruption in submarine cables linking the island to Java.
• State-run utility PLN disconnected all power plants as a safety measure and is conducting investigations and system recovery efforts.
• Approximately 43% of the island’s power supply has been restored, but large areas remain without electricity.
• Backup generators are providing temporary relief in some areas, including Denpasar, but full restoration could take up to 36 hours.
• The outage has disrupted thousands of homes, businesses, and tourist resorts, causing closures, traffic issues, and reliance on emergency power.