**CFE Silent on Fallen Poles and Service Outage in Playas de Tijuana**
Residents of Playas de Tijuana faced significant inconvenience on the evening of Saturday, August 24, when three wooden electric poles under the care of the Federal Electricity Commission (CFE) collapsed in the Dorado and Coronado sections around 3 PM, causing widespread power outages. The cause of the incident remains unresolved as CFE has yet to provide any official statement or timeline for the restoration of the services.
Though no injuries were reported among motorists or pedestrians, the municipal and state Protection Civil authorities notified that they had informed CFE about the fallen poles but did not take further action to safeguard the area against potential hazards from the dangling electric cables.
Despite repeated inquiries from residents and media, including TJGringo.com, CFE has remained unresponsive. The reasons behind this silence are unknown, and there has been no diagnosis of the root cause of the collapse or an estimated timeframe for resuming the electrical supply in the affected neighborhoods.
City Council member Gina Arana was the only official to address the situation, reminding the public of her proposal to the Tijuana City Council to forge a collaboration agreement with private companies (telecommunications and cable TV) and the public sector (CFE) for the removal of outdated poles and wiring that pose safety risks and contribute to visual pollution. This proposal is set to be revisited at the next council meeting.
Other local officials, including Miguel Ángel Cevallos, the Municipal Civil Protection Director; Salvador Cervantes Hernández, the State Civil Protection Director; and Anabel Contreras, the Delegate for Playas de Tijuana, did not visit the affected site or respond to the residents’ concerns.
**Secondary Article**
**Power Issues in Baja California Spark Public Outcry**
This recent incident isn’t isolated in Baja California. Similar problems have been reported frequently, highlighting systemic issues within the region’s electrical infrastructure. In June 2024, hundreds of residents in Mexicali experienced prolonged blackouts due to transformer malfunctions. The delays in service restoration spurred public protests, calling for accountability and reliable service from CFE.
Meanwhile, in Ensenada, repeated power outages over the summer months have disrupted daily life and business operations. Local authorities urged CFE to undertake a comprehensive review and upgrade of outdated electrical systems to prevent future interruptions.
CFE has faced criticism for its slow response times and lack of communication with affected communities. There have been calls for an independent review of the agency’s operations to ensure it meets the growing demands and provides consistent electricity supply in Baja California.
**Conclusion**
Electrical infrastructure concerns have placed CFE in the scrutiny of various communities within Baja California, highlighting the need for immediate and sustainable solutions to prevent future incidents and ensure reliable power supply for all. With increasing demands and aging infrastructure, stakeholders reiterate the urgency of modernizing the electrical network to avoid such disruptions.
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