Overview of the Situation
The Federal Electricity Commission (CFE) is closely monitoring the impact of winter storm “Fern” on the United States, as well as its potential effects on Mexico’s power grid.
Leadership and Coordination
The CFE’s Director General, Emilia Calleja Alor, heads the Directive Group for Emergency Attention. This group is working in accordance with instructions from the President of the Republic and the Secretary of Energy, to whom regular updates are provided.
Current Power Status
As of 7:30 PM on Saturday, January 24, 2026, electricity service is being provided normally across the entire country.
- In Chihuahua, specifically in the municipalities of Balleza and Guadalupe y Calvo, as well as Guanaceví and Tamazula in Durango state, there were brief power outages caused by the meteorological phenomenon. Service has since been fully restored.
- Minera San Julián has regained electrical supply. The interruption was due to a fallen tree, which has been addressed to restore service.
CFE’s Commitment
The CFE reaffirms its commitment to the public and is continuously working to ensure efficient and uninterrupted electricity supply for the population.
Ongoing Communication
Following the President’s instructions and in coordination with the Secretariat of Energy, the CFE will keep the public informed about any significant developments.
Should relevant events occur, appropriate bulletins will be issued with accurate information.
Key Questions and Answers
- Q: What is the current status of electricity service in Mexico? A: Electricity service is being provided normally across the entire country.
- Q: What caused the brief power outages in Chihuahua and Durango? A: The outages were caused by a meteorological phenomenon, specifically heavy snow and ice accumulation leading to fallen trees that damaged power lines.
- Q: Has service been restored in the affected areas? A: Yes, full electricity service has been restored in the affected municipalities of Chihuahua and Durango.
- Q: What is the CFE’s role in monitoring winter storm “Fern”? A: The CFE is closely monitoring the storm’s impact on the United States and its potential effects on Mexico’s power grid, in coordination with the Secretariat of Energy and following instructions from the President of the Republic.
- Q: How will the public be kept informed about any developments? A: The CFE will issue bulletins with accurate information should relevant events occur, in accordance with the President’s instructions and in coordination with the Secretariat of Energy.
