EEDC EXPLAIN REASONS BEHIND SHORTAGE OF POWER SUPPLY

Enugu Electricity Distribution Company EEDC, has explained the reasons behind sudden shortage of electricity supply amongst some of her customers in the South East Region.

The company made this known on Monday, via a statement made by it’s Head of corporate Communications, Mr Emeka Ezeh.

He stated that, the cause of the loss of power supply is as a result of rainstorm which occured on Sunday across the States in the region.

The statement reads : *LOSS OF SUPPLY IN PARTS OF EEDC NETWORK DUE TO RAINSTORM*

The Enugu Electricity Distribution Company PLC (EEDC) wishes to inform her esteemed customers across the South East that the loss of supply in some areas within its network is due to the rainstorm which occured yesterday evening and early hours of today.

This resulted in faults, occassioned by fallen trees and high rate of broken High and Low Tension poles, causing supply disruption to our 11KV and 33KV feeders across the business districts.

Our various technical/maintenance teams have since commenced patrol of the network to evaluate the extent of damage and treat faults where they are minimal.

We regret the inconveniences these have caused our esteemed customers and appeal for their patience and understanding while these challenges are addressed.

EEDC remains committed to delivering improved services to her esteemed customers. “