These are the 13 municipalities of Tolima with power cuts on Friday 21 and Saturday 22 August; know the schedules

Residents in 13 municipalities across Tolima will experience scheduled power outages on Friday, August 21, and Saturday, August 22, 2026, as part of maintenance and infrastructure upgrades by Celsia, a subsidiary of Grupo Argos. The company has released a detailed schedule outlining the affected areas, durations, and specific times for each interruption. The planned outages span both urban and rural sectors, with varying durations ranging from 30 minutes up to 11 hours. Users are advised to review the schedule carefully to avoid disruptions to daily activities. The interruptions are part of broader efforts to modernize the electrical grid and improve service reliability. On Friday, August 21, the following municipalities will have scheduled power cuts: Armero Guayabal: Two outages are scheduled, first from 7:00 a.m. to 7:30 a.m., and second from 4:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Dolores: A single outage lasting approximately 10 hours, affecting streets 2 and 6, and carrera 7, from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. El Espinal: Two separate outages, one from 6:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., lasting around 11 hours, and another from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Guamo: One outage from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Ibagué: A 10-hour outage focused on rural areas, running from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Líbano: An outage from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Mariquita: Two outages, one from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m., and another from 3:10 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., impacting several neighborhoods including Centro-Dorada-Caldas, El Carmen, Garaje, and La Concordia. Natagaima: A single outage from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Piedras: One of the largest affected zones, with an outage from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Planadas: An outage from 6:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Purificación: An outage from 6:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Rovira: Two outages, one from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., affecting the vereda Balcones, and another unspecified time. Suárez: A single outage from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The schedule continues into Saturday, August 22, with outages planned for Armero Guayabal and El Espinal. In Armero Guayabal, two more interruptions are set for Saturday, though the exact timing was not fully specified in the report. For El Espinal, further details were pending at the time of publication. Celsia emphasized that these outages are necessary for maintaining and upgrading the electrical infrastructure, which includes replacing outdated equipment and improving system efficiency. The company urged residents to check their local schedules and take precautions such as storing essential supplies and using backup lighting during the outages. Local authorities and community leaders have expressed concern over the impact on daily life, particularly for businesses and households reliant on consistent electricity. Some have called for better communication and advance notice to allow for greater preparation. Others have acknowledged the necessity of the work but stressed the importance of minimizing disruption through careful planning. As the scheduled outages begin, residents are encouraged to stay informed through official channels and to follow safety guidelines during the periods of darkness. The situation is being closely monitored by both the utility provider and local government representatives, who remain available to address concerns and provide updates as needed.