Chilean copper mines, including BHP’s Escondida and Codelco’s operations, have restarted following a power outage due to a transmission line fault. The outage affected multiple mines, leading to temporary reliance on backup generators. While most residential power was restored, the incident raised concerns about grid reliability and safety measures.
Several of the largest copper mines in Chile have resumed operations after a significant power outage caused by a transmission line failure in northern Chile. This outage, which occurred mid-afternoon on Tuesday, disrupted the national power grid from the mining-heavy northern regions extending to central and southern areas, as reported by Reuters. The Escondida copper mine operated by BHP was notably affected, losing access to electricity during the incident.
The resumption of operations across Chile’s major copper mines follows a significant power outage linked to technical failures identified by ISA Interchile. Although electrical services have been mostly restored, concerns regarding the reliability of the power system remain, as expressed by key officials. The situation emphasizes the ongoing need for stability in energy distribution for the mining sector.
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