In Chile, a massive blackout occurred, leaving 99% of the country without power. However, Chileans demonstrated their creativity and sense of humor through memes on social media, turning a complicated situation into a source of laughter.
Despite the magnitude of the blackout that affected several regions of the country, users of platforms such as Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook found a way to make the situation more bearable. Memes about the experience of being without electricity in the middle of summer flooded social media, humorously reflecting the situation.
Recurring themes in the memes include surprise at the blackout, dependence on technology, and suggestions for alternative activities, such as face-to-face conversations or stargazing.
Users shared memes that showed the unexpected reactions of people when left without electricity at key moments of the day. Jokes were also made about the dependence on technology, highlighting how the blackout left everyone without access to electronic devices, the internet, and social media.
In the midst of the crisis, Chileans found a way to cope with the situation with humor and creativity, once again showing their ability to overcome adversity.
