Blackout and attacks in Lima
Widespread blackout in Lima accompanied by attacks in various parts of the city on August 19, 1982. It was part of the PCP-Sendero Luminoso's sabotage strategy against the electrical infrastructure and state entities.
On August 19, 1982, there was a generalized blackout in Lima accompanied by multiple attacks in different parts of the city. This event was part of the PCP-Sendero Luminoso's strategy of carrying out sabotage to the electrical infrastructure and simultaneous attacks against state institutions. The blackouts were provoked by blowing up high-voltage towers of the electrical system, leaving the capital without energy for prolonged periods of time. This action was part of the first stage of violence in Lima (1980-1984), characterized by sabotage and attacks on state institutions.