Chaotic Tangle: Concerns Raised Over Utility Wiring in St. John’s
Residents of St. John’s are voicing their alarm over the hazardous condition of utility wiring throughout the city.
Photos taken by Antigua.news depict a chaotic tangle of wires dangling precariously above streets.
The unsightly and potentially dangerous state of these exposed wires exemplifies a troubling neglect of public infrastructure.
Observers have expressed disbelief that, in 2025, such a lack of order and care still exists in vital city areas, provoking concern over public safety.
Who is responsible for managing these utility wires? What proactive measures are being implemented to address these concerns?
Is there a lack of regular inspections and maintenance, or are residents simply left to wait for an incident—such as a power outage or worse, a fire—before action is taken?
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