All articles tagged with #blackouts
Atlanta announced BravesVision, a team-owned network that will broadcast Braves games on TV and streaming with no local blackouts (except national exclusives), following the end of its RSN deal with Main Street Sports; while initial revenue may be softer than the old RSN arrangement, the move promises broader fan access and reflects MLB’s push toward centralized streaming options.
In western Ukraine’s Ust-Chorna, a trio of micro-hydroelectric plants has kept the village’s lights on through wartime blackouts, illustrating both the promise and limits of Ukraine’s shift to decentralized green energy. While residents benefit from reliable power and potential new income from small producers, debates over electricity prices, environmental impact, and the durability of government incentives linger as Kyiv nudges more communities toward local, renewable generation amid ongoing attacks on centralized grids.
Cuba’s crumbling energy system is being exacerbated by oil shortages after U.S. pressure and Venezuela disruptions, leaving Santa Cruz del Norte with near-daily blackouts. Residents rely on coal, firewood, and improvised lighting while incomes and basic goods shrink; the government offers little detail on fuel shipments, even as humanitarian aid from Mexico and talks with allies surface amid rising hardship.
Cuba faces widespread blackouts and fuel shortages after the US squeezes Venezuelan oil supplies, prompting government warnings and military drills as private citizens improvise to cope and analysts warn of possible economic collapse.
A massive winter storm dumped snow and freezing rain from New Mexico to North Carolina and swept toward the Northeast, threatening blackouts, transportation chaos, and bitter cold as it moved across the US after battering the Southwest and central regions.
Ukraine faces a brutal winter with widespread blackouts and limited heating after Russian strikes on energy and heating infrastructure. Zelensky declared an energy emergency as outages persist, forcing households to rely on backups, gas stoves, and improvised solutions while supermarkets close and daily life adapts to a cold, dark grid.
A Russian strike on Kyiv’s energy infrastructure on Jan 9 triggered widespread blackouts, leaving much of the city without electricity as temperatures plunged to around -12C by day and -19C at night; residents rely on batteries, warming centers, and emergency services while authorities say Moscow is aiming to disconnect the city, with some outages lasting days and affecting schools, cafes, and daily life.
In October 2023, Russia launched a record-high number of missile strikes against Ukraine, targeting energy infrastructure and causing widespread blackouts, as part of a strategy to weaken Ukrainian civilian resilience amid ongoing conflict. Ukrainian officials accuse Russia of deliberately sowing chaos, while Kyiv retaliates with strikes on Russian energy facilities.
The Belgorod region in Russia is experiencing increased drone attacks from Ukraine, leading to blackouts, power outages, and heightened anxiety among residents, as Ukraine retaliates against Russian strikes and targets energy infrastructure amid ongoing conflict.
NYC faces potential increased blackouts as aging infrastructure, rising demand, and weak transmission threaten the power grid, with forecasts indicating a significant supply-demand gap by next summer that could worsen by 2050, prompting calls for new power sources and infrastructure upgrades.
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy indicated that Ukraine is prepared to respond to Russian attacks on its energy infrastructure, which caused widespread blackouts in Kyiv, emphasizing Ukraine's focus on defense and potential retaliatory actions. The strikes are part of Russia's ongoing pattern of targeting Ukraine's energy systems ahead of winter.
NASA warns that a powerful X1.2 solar flare from the sun could cause blackouts and communication disruptions today, with potential impacts including power grid fluctuations, satellite issues, and auroras, as scientists monitor sunspot activity and prepare for possible further solar events.
A 6.8 magnitude earthquake struck eastern Cuba, adding to the island's recent struggles with hurricanes and widespread blackouts. The quake's epicenter was near Bartolome Maso, and tremors were felt in major cities like Santiago de Cuba. While there were no immediate reports of major damage or injuries, residents experienced aftershocks and minor structural damage. This natural disaster follows a series of challenges for Cuba, including a recent Category 3 hurricane and ongoing energy crises leading to protests.
A 6.8-magnitude earthquake struck eastern Cuba, with its epicenter near Bartolome Maso, causing tremors felt across the region, including in Santiago de Cuba and Guantanamo. Despite the strong quake, there were no immediate reports of major damage or injuries, though minor structural damage was noted in some areas. This earthquake follows a series of challenges for Cuba, including recent hurricanes and widespread blackouts, which have led to significant disruptions and small protests across the island.
A 6.8-magnitude earthquake struck eastern Cuba, adding to the island's recent struggles with hurricanes and widespread blackouts. The quake's epicenter was near Bartolomé Masó, and it was felt in major cities like Santiago de Cuba, though no immediate damage or injuries were reported. This natural disaster follows the recent devastation from Hurricane Rafael, which caused island-wide power outages and significant damage, exacerbating the ongoing energy crisis and public discontent in Cuba.