Labrador Fault Causes Island-Wide Power Outages
Power outages swept across Newfoundland as a result of a trip on the Labrador-Island Link transmission line. This disruption occurred just as many were finishing their workday.
Labrador Fault Causes Island-Wide Power Outages
Newfoundland and Labrador Hydro (NL Hydro) reported that load shedding led to these outages, impacting about 70,000 customers. Fortunately, the disruptions were brief, with restoration efforts initiated almost immediately.
Understanding Load Shedding
Load shedding is a safety measure implemented to maintain system stability. When a significant issue arises, predetermined blocks of customers are temporarily disconnected. This action helps balance the supply and demand for electricity and protects the system from potential damage or more extensive outages.
Impact and Restoration
- Areas Affected: Outages were reported in various locations, from St. John’s to Port aux Basques.
- Duration: Outages typically do not exceed 30 minutes under such circumstances.
- Customer Count: Approximately 70,000 customers experienced power loss.
Newfoundland Power is currently investigating the widespread outage. They are focused on identifying the root cause and have promised to provide updates as more information comes to light.
For ongoing updates and details about the situation, keep an eye on Filmogaz.com.
