"The measure follows a major failure in the Camisea gas transportation system, the backbone of Peru's energy supply. The disruption has forced authorities to ration natural gas and liquefied petroleum gas, or LPG, and adopt emergency steps to reduce electricity demand."
"The crisis began after a massive flare-up Tuesday near mile 28 of the Camisea pipeline in the Megantoni district of the Cusco region. The incident halted hydrocarbon flows to Peru's coast, cutting off about 70% of the LPG and natural gas normally consumed nationwide."
"Prime Minister Denisse Miralles said schools, technical institutes and universities in the capital region must suspend in-person instruction and activate digital platforms to ensure academic continuity. To ease pressure on transportation and electricity systems, remote work is now mandatory for the public sector and highly recommended for private companies in Lima."
Peru's government ordered immediate shifts to virtual education and remote work in Lima and Callao following a critical failure in the Camisea gas pipeline system. The rupture occurred during maintenance work in the remote Cusco jungle region, halting hydrocarbon flows to Peru's coast and eliminating approximately 70% of the country's LPG and natural gas supply. Authorities implemented a 14-day rationing period and emergency measures to reduce electricity demand. Schools, universities, and technical institutes suspended in-person classes, while remote work became mandatory for public sector employees and highly recommended for private companies. These restrictions aimed to reduce vehicle usage powered by compressed natural gas and prevent grid overloads as electricity generation costs surged significantly.
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