Outage Across Multiple States
On 6th July 2024, the national power grid experienced a collapse at approximately 3 pm, plunging various parts of the country into darkness. This incident marks another significant failure in the nation’s power infrastructure, affecting countless residents and businesses.
Immediate Effects on the Eastern States
The Enugu Electricity Distribution Company (EEDC) swiftly confirmed the power outage, impacting its services across several states. The affected areas include Abia, Anambra, Ebonyi, Enugu, and Imo. The company reported that all interfaces with TCN stations are out of supply, leaving many without electricity.
Company Statement and Customer Communication
The EEDC released a statement through their Head of Corporate Communications, Emeka Ezeh, explaining the situation to their customers. The company announced a system collapse at 15:09 today, causing widespread loss of supply, the statement read. It awaits details from Osogbo’s National Control Centre on collapse reasons and restoration times.
Response and Restoration Efforts
The EEDC has assured customers it is diligently working to fully understand the issue and swiftly restore power with authorities. The focus remains on assessing the impact and implementing immediate remedial actions to mitigate any extended disruption.
Impact on Residents and Businesses
Residents and business owners across the affected states are facing significant inconvenience and challenges due to the sudden power failure. The blackout has halted daily activities and raised concerns over the reliability of the national power infrastructure, which has seen similar incidents in the past.
Looking Ahead
The restoration of power and the investigation into the cause of the grid collapse are currently underway. Authorities are urged to address the underlying issues to prevent future occurrences and ensure the stability of the power supply across the nation.
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