A power outage affected thousands of users in CABA and the Conurbano on January 15, 2026, disrupting transport services. During the blackout, Argentinos Juniors player Hernán López Muñoz demonstrated his skill in a funny video while taking part in a photoshoot.
On January 15, 2026, a major blackout hit the Buenos Aires Metropolitan Area (AMBA), affecting thousands of users in the Autonomous City of Buenos Aires (CABA) and the Conurbano. Reports indicate that four power lines went out of service in the Morón-Rodríguez area, disrupting public transport and other essential services. Companies such as EDENOR and EDESUR were linked to the incident.
Amid the darkness, Argentinos Juniors midfielder Hernán López Muñoz was participating in a photoshoot when the outage struck. The skilled player was undeterred and recorded a video showcasing his technical ability, turning the moment into a humorous anecdote. The clip, which spread quickly, captured his unusual and positive reaction to the unexpected situation.
This episode highlights how everyday activities like photoshoots can be interrupted by electrical grid failures, a recurring issue in the region. No further details were reported on the blackout's duration or full impact, but it underscores the vulnerability of infrastructure in the AMBA.