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Puerto Rico Faces Extended Power Outages After Tropical Storm Ernesto

Over 40,000 customers remain without electricity a week after the storm, with full restoration expected by the weekend.

  • Luma Energy faces criticism for extended outages and inefficiency in power restoration.
  • Governor Pierluisi supports Luma's efforts, noting 96% of power was restored in three days.
  • Heat advisories issued as the island grapples with dangerously high temperatures.
  • Calls grow for alternative energy solutions to address the island's fragile power grid.
  • Puerto Rico's power infrastructure remains vulnerable, worsened by past hurricanes and lack of investment.
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