Puerto Rico's hurricane-battered power grid has suffered compounding crises including hurricanes and financial problems.

The blackout hit Puerto Rico as the largely Catholic residents of the U.S. territory prepared to celebrate the Easter weekend.

Power outages have become so common in Puerto Rico that many residents have installed solar panels and batteries in their homes and businesses. The ongoing instability of the power grid has also led to protests, with many criticizing LUMA, which took over power transmission and distribution in 2021.