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Report points to more than 120 cumulative hours of outages in western Venezuela
Oeste da Venezuela, Venezuela · Updated Nov 2, 2026, 1:20 AM (UTC−3) · First recorded Nov 2, 2026, 1:20 AM (UTC−3)
What happened
A report claims that western Venezuela recorded more than 120 cumulative hours of power outages. The data do not indicate the period used in the calculation, the affected locations, or a continuous interruption.
When: Reported on November 1, 2026
Why it matters
Frequent outages can affect water, communications, health, and economic activities. The scale and duration of each occurrence are still unclear.
Impact on Brazil: Not identified
There is no confirmed impact in Brazil or Brasília/DF.
What changed
A report emerged of more than 120 cumulative hours of interruptions in western Venezuela.
What to do now
- Await independent confirmation and information from local authorities.
Next 24 hours
- Observe the duration and geographic distribution of the outages.
Next 7 days
- Monitor any impacts on water, health, and telecommunications.
What you do not need to do
- No action is needed in Brasília/DF.
What to watch
- Continuous blackouts.
- Number of affected cities.
- Official statements about the grid.
Sources
- Press El Nacional: Más de 120 horas de cortes acumulados evidencian la crisis eléctrica en el occidente venezolano Nov 1, 2026, 6:26 PM (UTC−3)
Classification history
- Nov 2, 2026, 1:20 AM (UTC−3) 1 · Watch Unconfirmed