Power failure hits Repulse Bay in Hong Kong, affecting approximately 200 houses, leaving them without electricity.
Power Outage Affects Repulse Bay Neighbourhood in Hong Kong
A power outage in Hong Kong's affluent Repulse Bay neighbourhood has left over 200 households without electricity. The outage occurred at around 2:35 PM on Tuesday, due to damage to an 11-kilovolt high-voltage cable.
HK Electric, the power utility company that services Hong Kong Island and Lamma Island, is investigating the cause of the damaged high-voltage cable. Preliminary investigations suggest that the cable may have been damaged by a third-party construction project.
To restore power as quickly as possible, HK Electric has dispatched engineers to the scene of the power outage and sent a mobile generator vehicle to help. The company is working tirelessly to repair the damage and get the power back on for affected customers.
The power outage affected several substations on Repulse Bay Road, causing widespread inconvenience for residents and businesses in the area. The outage occurred in a densely populated neighbourhood, adding to the urgency of the situation.
At this time, there is no publicly available information about the name of the third party who likely caused the damage to the high-voltage cable. HK Electric has not released any further details about the incident, but has assured the public that they are doing everything they can to get the power back on as soon as possible.
Residents of Repulse Bay are urged to exercise caution and take steps to ensure their safety during the power outage. This includes turning off all non-essential appliances, using flashlights instead of candles, and being mindful of any downed power lines.
HK Electric has a strong track record of providing reliable power to its customers, and the company is working hard to restore service to the affected area as quickly as possible. As the investigation into the cause of the power outage continues, the company is committed to keeping the public informed and ensuring the safety and well-being of its customers.
