FEMA indicates “significant progress” in energy restoration in Puerto Rico

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Puerto Rico does not stop shaking 3:15

(CNN) - There has been "significant progress" in the restoration of energy in Puerto Rico according to a statement from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) on Saturday.

The Puerto Rico Electric Power Authority (AEE) manages energy restoration efforts and anticipates a 100 percent power generation by Sunday, January 12, although there will be little or no reserve capacity, according to the energy authority.

• MIRA: 6.0 magnitude quake shakes Puerto Rico

Currently, FEMA said 30 shelters are open, with more than 4,000 occupants. Another 3,500 people are in non-traditional shelters due to concerns about aftershocks.

The authority said that as of Saturday afternoon, 95.6% of customers had their power restored.

AEE INFORMS: At this time 95.6 percent of customers have electric power service. The AES plant continues to increase its generation. pic.twitter.com/mJOL261TtD

- Electric Power Authority (@AEEONLINE) January 11, 2020

On Saturday morning, an earthquake of magnitude 6.0 shook Puerto Rico, according to the USGS.

More about the recent tremors in Puerto Rico:

• Power cuts in Puerto Rico could last for months
• National Guard in Puerto Rico warns of funds for earthquake recovery
• Elders and hospitals, the most affected by the lack of energy in Puerto Rico
• Some Puerto Ricans lost their homes after the earthquake

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