Belize City experienced its most prolonged power outage in recent memory, lasting a grueling twelve hours from midnight to noon on November 11, 2025. The blackout, caused by a transmission line fault near the West Lake Substation on the George Price Highway, plunged the entire city into darkness. While some neighborhoods, including Belama, Bella Vista, and Buttonwood Bay, regained electricity by 2:30 a.m. through the Ladyville grid, the majority of residents had to endure the outage until midday. The disruption severely impacted daily routines, forcing schools and businesses to halt operations and delaying the city’s E-bus service. Local vendors, particularly those reliant on refrigeration, faced significant challenges. Elaine Ortiz, a food vendor, expressed concern over spoiling meat, while a juice vendor highlighted the struggle to keep beverages cold without functioning freezers. Chef Ainsley Castro lamented the loss of customers seeking cold natural juices. Despite the frustrations, residents remain hopeful that Belize Electricity Limited (BEL) will address the issue promptly to prevent future occurrences.