Belize Braces for Energy Crisis as Blackouts Leave Residents in the Dark

Belize's Power Outage Exposes Energy Woes

A recent power outage that left multiple areas without electricity for several hours on February 8, 2026, has shed light on the country's long-standing energy woes. Strategically located at the crossroads of Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras, Belize has historically been a crucial transit point for trade and commerce.