IESCO Announces 2-Day Power Shutdown

IESCO power shutdown schedule. Due to basic maintenance and regular improvement work, the Islamabad Electric Stockpile Organization (IESCO) announced a two-day power suspension plan for Thursday and a two-day power suspension program for Friday and Saturday for various areas of its location. On Friday, power will be suspended from 09:00 AM to 02:00 PM in pieces of Rawalpindi Cantt Circle, including PAF and MES Feeders. On Saturday, blackouts will influence regions in Islamabad Circle, Rawalpindi City Circle, Attock Circle, Jhelum Circle, and Chakwal Circle from 09:00 AM to 02:00 PM. Furthermore, blackouts will happen in certain areas from 11:00 AM to 05:00 PM, remembering Numanpur-2 and a few feeders for encompassing districts.

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IESCO Announces 2-Day Power Shutdown

Details of Power Suspension  

Power outages that affected several areas of Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Attock, and Jhelum Circles were recorded by IESCO.

Friday (09:00 AM – 02:00 PM)

Cantt Circle PAF and MES Feeders in Rawalpindi

Saturday (09:00 AM – 02:00 PM)

 Islamabad Circle:

 G-8/1, F-8, Sohan, I-10/2, and other areas.  

 Rawalpindi City Circle:

 Multiple areas including Raja Sultan, Jinnah Road, and Pindi Board.  

 Attock Circle:

 Margalla, Taxila, and surrounding areas.  

 Jhelum Circle:

 F-7 Kachary, Gujar Khan, and other regions.  

 Chakwal Circle:

 Bhawan, Dera Muslim, and nearby areas.

Additional Outages (11:00 AM – 05:00 PM)

Numanpura, GSO Circle Numanpur-2, and adjacent feeds.

Reasons for Loadshedding

IESCO power shutdown schedule. Load-shedding may result from several causes, such as maintenance tasks, equipment failures, and energy shortages. Planned grid maintenance or upgrades, as well as unforeseen problems like overloading or transformer failures, may require brief power interruptions. Transmission lines may sustain damage from weather-related events like storms or floods, and load shedding may be necessary if seasonal demand spikes surpass the available power supply. Deficient power generation or breaks in the fuel supply for nuclear energy stations can also cause arranged blackouts to adjust the network. Unplanned outages might be caused by emergencies that need quick fixes, weather-related damage, or technical issues. The production of energy can also be impacted by resource limitations, such as a lack of water for hydropower or fuel for power plants. 

Effect on consumers

Power outages on Thursday and Friday will disrupt daily activities for several consumers in the specified areas. 

Healthcare Facilities:

Power outages can cause disruptions in healthcare institutions, which could affect life-saving equipment and postpone patient care, particularly in critical circumstances.

Offices and Businesses:

Power outages, especially for companies that depend on energy, can impair customer service, delay operations, and interrupt manufacturing.

Educational Institutions: 

Power outages can affect students’ learning, disrupt timetables and educational activities, and interfere with online courses and assessments.

Healthcare Facilities:

Potential stress on medical facilities that depend on constant electricity for equipment, such as hospitals and clinics.

Customers are encouraged to plan, make sure they have backup power sources and modify their routines to reduce any disturbance.

Conclusion:

The Islamabad Electric Supply Company (IESCO) has announced that it will shut down power for two days on Thursday and Friday, affecting various areas of Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Attock, Jhelum, and Chakwal. IESCO urges consumers to prepare ahead of time and make the necessary arrangements to avoid inconveniences, as the company requires outages for maintenance and development activities.

FAQ’s:

1. Why is the power suspension in place?

The power outage is the result of regular development and maintenance that is required to enhance the electrical supply.

2. Will the water supply be impacted during the Power shutdown?

The blackout’s impact on neighbouring water may cause difficulties with the water supply. Residents are encouraged to collect water in case it becomes necessary during the outage.

3. Will there be an earlier-than-expected restoration of power?

While IESCO makes every effort to meet the deadline, early restoration may be feasible based on how well maintenance is going.

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