The Federal Electricity Commission (CFE) announced that a scheduled power outage will take place on Monday, January 26, 2026, affecting several streets in Mexico City. This outage is due to maintenance and modernization work on the electrical infrastructure to improve the quality of service in the area.
The service will be suspended specifically in the Portales Norte neighborhood, Benito Juárez borough:
Antillas Street between Eje 7 Sur Municipio Libre and Víctor Hugo Street, in Portales Norte.
The power outage will begin at approximately 10:00 a.m. and will last until 4:00 p.m. this Monday, January 26.
The CFE (Federal Electricity Commission) has asked residents to take precautions to minimize inconvenience during the power outage.
Before and during the outage, it is recommended to:
Charge your electronic devices such as cell phones, tablets, or laptops in advance.
Unplug sensitive devices such as computers, monitors, and appliances to prevent damage from voltage fluctuations when service is restored.
Keep a flashlight or alternative lighting on hand in case you need to move around your home or workplace without power.
Report outages or request service restoration if power is not restored after 4:00 p.m., using official CFE channels.
How to report a power outage:
If service does not return after the estimated time or you notice intermittent problems, you can:
Report it directly to the CFE through their customer service or mobile app.
Have your customer or electricity service number, your full address, and contact information ready to expedite the report. and get faster service
Scheduled outages like this are a reminder that, while annoying, they are part of the actions CFE takes to improve the electrical grid and reduce unforeseen failures.
Source: cronica
