From Isaac Anumihe, Abuja
Thunderstorm, at the weekend, struck the 132kV Otukpo–Nsukka–New Haven transmission lineOtukpo–Nsukka–New Haven transmission line which fell and torched a house and a car.
Also, two cows were electrocuted along the route.
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In a statement, General Manager,
(GM), Public Affairs of Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN), Ndidi Mbah, said that the
cut conductor fell to the ground near Tower 97 along the route. Although, she said, there was no loss of human life, the high-voltage discharge from the fallen conductor unfortunately torched a house built under the transmission line, close to the tower, burnt a car parked under the transmission line right-of-way and killed two cows along the route.
Following the incident, the Regional Manager of TCN, Enugu Region, Engineer Tom Inugonum and his team visited the site of the incident for an on-the-ground assessment of the incident.
“TCN’s Quick Response Line Maintenance Team has also been deployed to the site and has since commenced dismantling the damaged section of the line in preparation for restringing a new conductor.
“Despite the disruption, there has been no load loss to the Nsukka area, which is normally supplied through the affected transmission line. TCN has implemented a temporary alternative power supply arrangement by diverting bulk electricity through the Otukpo 132kV Transmission Substation to Enugu Electricity Distribution Company (EEDC) for onward distribution to the Nsukka axis” she said, while expressing happiness that no human casualties occurred as a result of the incident.
However, she noted, this serves as a stark reminder of the critical need to avoid building, parking, or engaging in any activities within the transmission lines’ Right of Way (RoW) emphasising that such encroachments are extremely dangerous and pose serious risks to lives and property.
“We urge the public to always respect the integrity of power infrastructure and comply with safety guidelines around transmission facilities. TCN remains committed to maintaining a stable and secure national grid while ensuring public safety” Mbah said.
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