Five Islands Feeder Fault Causes Power Outage in Several Communities
APUA dispatches technicians to address the fault affecting Bolans, Valley Church, Christian Valley and surrounding areas.
An issue with the Five Islands #1 Feeder has caused an unplanned electricity outage affecting several communities and businesses, according to the APUA Electricity Business Unit.
Affected areas include Jolly Beach Hotel, Sugar Ridge, Valley Church, Ffryes Estate, Cocos, Ffryes RO Plant, Darkwood to the entrance of Crab Hill, Bolans, Denfields and Christian Valley.
APUA said technicians have been dispatched to resolve the problem and restore electricity as quickly as possible. No estimated restoration time was provided.
The utility apologised for the inconvenience and thanked customers for their patience and understanding.
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