Category: Utilities

Typhoon Betty causes P1.4 Million damage to BENECO’s power infrastructure

Post author By Merriam del Rosario
Post date June 1, 2023
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BAGUIO CITY — Typhoon Betty (international name: Mawar) caused extensive destruction to the poles and electrical lines of the Benguet Electric Cooperative (BENECO), resulting in a substantial damage cost of P1.4 million, the electric cooperative said in a statement. BENECO said that it is diligently prioritizing the swift replacement of its 37-year-old substation power transformer […]

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BENECO’s distribution system damaged by typhoon Betty, recovery underway

Post author By Merriam del Rosario
Post date May 30, 2023
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BAGUIO CITY — Despite escaping the direct impact of super typhoon Betty (international name: Mawar), Benguet Electric Cooperative (BENECO) is grappling with the aftermath of the storm as gusty winds and heavy rains wreaked havoc on its distribution system, resulting in over P220,631.33 in damages. In a statement, BENECO said the effects of the storm […]