Jakarta, Indonesia – The popular tourist destination of Bali, Indonesia, experienced a widespread power outage on Thursday afternoon, May 2nd, impacting tourism, business operations, and public services across the island.
The blackout struck at approximately 4:00 PM local time. According to a statement released by the Bali branch of Indonesia’s state-owned electricity company, PLN (Perusahaan Listrik Negara), the outage was triggered by a fault in the underwater power cable connecting Bali to the neighboring island of Java.
The sudden loss of power has thrown a wrench into the gears of Bali’s thriving tourism industry. Hotels and resorts, heavily reliant on electricity for air conditioning, lighting, and other essential services, are scrambling to manage the disruption. Many businesses have been forced to temporarily close, while restaurants are struggling to serve customers without power for cooking and refrigeration.
This is a significant blow to Bali’s economy, said a local business owner who wished to remain anonymous. We are just recovering from the pandemic, and now this. We hope the authorities can resolve the issue quickly.
Beyond the tourism sector, the power outage is also affecting essential public services. Hospitals are relying on backup generators to maintain critical operations, and traffic signals are out, causing congestion and potential safety hazards. Residents are facing difficulties with basic tasks such as cooking, communication, and accessing information.
PLN is working to repair the damaged underwater cable and restore power to the island. However, the exact timeline for full restoration remains uncertain. The company has issued a public apology for the inconvenience caused and assured residents and businesses that they are doing everything possible to resolve the issue as quickly as possible.
This incident highlights the vulnerability of island communities to disruptions in power supply, particularly those reliant on underwater cables. Experts suggest that investing in more resilient and diversified energy infrastructure, including renewable energy sources, could help mitigate the impact of future outages.
As Bali grapples with the aftermath of the blackout, the focus remains on restoring power and minimizing the long-term impact on the island’s economy and its residents’ daily lives. The incident serves as a stark reminder of the importance of reliable infrastructure and the need for proactive measures to prevent future disruptions.
References:
- China News Service. (2025, May 2). 印尼巴厘岛突发大范围停电 [Large-scale power outage in Bali, Indonesia]. Retrieved from [Insert URL of the original news article here]
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