标签： Dominican Republic

Boston, Massachusetts – The Consulate General of the Dominican Republic in Boston, under the leadership of Consul General Antonio Almonte, recently hosted its inaugural gathering with Dominican students enrolled in universities across the New England region. The event aimed to foster stronger connections between young Dominicans studying abroad and their consular representation, emphasizing cultural pride and academic excellence. Dozens of students from renowned institutions such as Harvard University, MIT, Northeastern University, Boston University, Berklee College of Music, and UMass Boston attended the meeting. The gathering provided a platform for networking, sharing academic and professional experiences, and celebrating Dominican heritage through music and traditional cuisine. Vice President Raquel Peña participated virtually, commending the students for their outstanding representation of the Dominican Republic and encouraging them to pursue their studies with dedication while maintaining strong ties to their cultural roots. The Consulate reiterated its commitment to supporting Dominican youth in New England through initiatives that promote academic advancement, cultural identity, and leadership development, thereby enhancing the community’s contributions to the nation’s progress.

The Dominican Republic has successfully restored its national power grid following a widespread blackout that disrupted electricity supply across the country. Energy and Mines Minister Joel Santos confirmed that by 2:20 a.m. on Wednesday, all power generation plants were operational, and the national transmission system was functioning at full capacity, meeting 96% of the country’s electricity demand. In an official statement, Santos assured that the electrical network had stabilized and was operating normally. A Failure Committee has been convened to investigate the technical causes of the outage, which reportedly originated at a substation in San Pedro de Macorís. The committee is set to meet at 10:00 a.m. to delve into the incident. During the crisis, key figures in the electricity sector, including ETED Administrator Martín Robles, CUED President Celso Marranzini, CNE Executive Director Edward Veras, Electricity Superintendent Andrés Astacio, and Vice Minister of Energy Alfonso Rodríguez, coordinated efforts from ETED’s Operations Center. Minister Santos also highlighted the active involvement of President Luis Abinader and Vice President Raquel Peña, who maintained constant communication with the control center to oversee the recovery process. Santos reiterated the government’s dedication to ensuring energy security and the reliability of the national power system, praising the collaborative efforts of all institutions involved in restoring and maintaining stability.

A massive nationwide blackout struck the Dominican Republic on Monday, causing severe disruptions to transportation and traffic systems, particularly in the capital city of Santo Domingo. The failure of the National Interconnected Electrical System (SENI) triggered the shutdown of the Paraíso and Isabela substations, which in turn cut power to Lines 1 and 2 of the Santo Domingo Metro and Line 1 of the Cable Car. The Office for the Reorganization of Transportation (OPRET) swiftly suspended services on both systems, ensuring the safe evacuation of passengers from trains and cabins. Authorities confirmed that no individuals were trapped in elevators or stations during the incident.

The blackout also disabled traffic lights at critical intersections in the National District, including Abraham Lincoln, Winston Churchill, and Rafael Augusto Sánchez avenues. This led to severe gridlock during rush hour, exacerbating the chaos. While some intersections remained operational thanks to private backup systems, the majority were left without functioning signals. In response, agents from the General Directorate of Traffic Safety and Land Transportation (Digesett) were deployed to manually direct traffic and mitigate the risk of accidents.

As authorities work tirelessly to restore electricity and stabilize transportation operations, residents of Greater Santo Domingo continue to face prolonged delays and widespread traffic disruptions. The incident underscores the vulnerability of the nation’s infrastructure and the urgent need for robust contingency plans to address such emergencies in the future.

The Dominican Republic is grappling with a nationwide blackout following a significant failure in its electricity transmission system, as confirmed by the Dominican Electricity Transmission Company (ETED) and the Unified Council of Electricity Distribution Companies (CUED). Celso Marranzini, president of CUED, acknowledged the extensive outage and reassured the public that technical teams are mobilizing to restore power promptly. The disruption stemmed from a breakdown in the transmission network, triggered by the simultaneous shutdown of generating units at the San Pedro de Macorís Electricity Company (CESPM). This incident also impacted the Quisqueya Power Plant, causing a domino effect that disrupted other key facilities, including EDAC and AES Andrés. ETED has initiated comprehensive technical efforts across multiple regions to reinstate electricity while ensuring the stability of the national grid. The company issued an apology for the inconvenience and expressed gratitude for the public’s patience, highlighting the unprecedented nature of this event.

A significant electrical malfunction on Monday evening led to the suspension of operations across the entire Santo Domingo Metro system. The incident, which occurred at approximately 7:25 p.m., was triggered by an explosion at the Gregorio Gilbert station in Villa Mella, Santo Domingo Norte. The explosion disrupted the power supply along a critical section of Line 1, specifically between the Mamá Tingó and Peña Gómez stations. Initially, only the affected segment was closed, but authorities decided to shut down all Metro stations as a precautionary measure. Emergency teams from the 911 National System and the Santo Domingo North Fire Department swiftly evacuated passengers and secured the area to ensure safety. The Office for the Reorganization of Transportation (OPRET) is investigating the cause of the explosion and assessing the extent of the damage. This incident has raised concerns about the safety and reliability of the Metro system, which is a vital transportation link for thousands of daily commuters in Santo Domingo.