The prolonged outages are affecting tens of thousands of residents, including vulnerable populations such as families with young children and individuals with medical needs. High temperatures, lack of refrigeration for food and medicine, and limited access to clean water are compounding the difficulties. The situation has also led to increased frustration among residents, with some incidents of violence reported, such as gunshots fired at utility workers. The economic impact is significant, with residents spending heavily on fuel for generators and losing perishable goods.