A significant power outage has plunged several towns in northern Salta province into darkness, leaving residents grappling with the unexpected disruption.

The affected areas include Orán, Hipólito Yrigoyen, and Aguas Blancas, with reports indicating the incident stemmed from a fault on the Trasnoa transmission line, impacting a substantial portion of the region.

While OTCNoticias has reported this widespread interruption, the duration of the outage remains unclear.

Some residents have expressed relief as power service gradually returns to certain areas.However, many continue to endure extended periods without electricity, highlighting the significant impact on daily life.

The lack of electricity has caused considerable inconvenience, remarked a resident from Orán who wished to remain anonymous.

Its disrupted our work schedules, appliances arent functioning, and communication with the outside world is limited.

Experts have attributed the severity of the outage to the crucial role Trasnoa transmission line plays in powering numerous communities across the region.

The impact on essential services like hospitals, businesses, and homes can be quite profound, stated an energy sector analyst who requested anonymity.

Prompt restoration of power is paramount to minimizing the disruption and ensuring public safety.

Authorities are currently working diligently to identify the source of the fault and restore electricity to all affected areas as quickly as possible.