ABOUT BLACKOUT
WHAT IS BLACKOUT?
Total or partial system collapse in the power grid = loss of electric power.
High demand in electricity = reduced voltage.
Loss of electric power in a specific area. May be scheduled for service improvements, or unscheduled due to emergencies.
WHAT ARE THE SOURCES OF BLACKOUT?
- NAPOCOR/DELTA P/PPGI/DMCI Power Plants
Blackout may happen due to mechanical or electrical defect of the generator.
- PALECO Distribution Lines
Blackout may occur when foreign objects touches the power lines. This may bust the cut-out fuse, or a device called sectionalizer/oil circuit recloser automatically cuts-off, causing power failure to the affected area.
WHAT ARE THE TYPES OF BLACKOUT?
It is being announced/aired in advance through local radio stations and other means of communication. This comes when linemen doing some repair and maintenance work in the power lines. Power shut-off is necessary to prevent accident.
It might occur anytime without advance notice, Sometimes, it happened during peak load hours.
WHAT ARE THE KINDS OF BLACKOUT?
No power in a certain place/area.
No power in all places/areas
WHAT ARE THE CAUSES OF BLACKOUT?
- Fire and Floods
- Lack of Power Supply
- Trees and Vegetation
- Scheduled Partial & Total Blackouts
- Sabotage and Pilferages
- Man-made Accidents
- Thunderstorm and Typhoons
