The Manila Electric Company (Meralco) has assured its customers that its personnel are ready to respond to electricity service concerns that may arise due to Tropical Storm Kristine.
Meralco is closely monitoring the weather situation as parts of its franchise area have been placed under Tropical Cyclone Warning Signal No. 1.
“Our crews are on standby 24/7, ready to respond to any possible electricity service concern,” Meralco Vice President and Head of Corporate Communications Joe R. Zaldarriaga said.
“We also reiterate our call to the public to observe safety measures when using electrical devices and appliances, especially when there is flooding,” he added.
- Ensure that the main electrical power switch or circuit breaker is off. Be sure to be dry when being in contact with any electrical facility.
- Unplug appliances from wall sockets. Turn off permanently connected equipment and unscrew all light bulbs if possible.
- Remove mud and dirt from service equipment or main circuit breaker/fuse and its enclosure using rubber gloves and rubber-soled shoes.
- Make sure that all electrical wires, connectors, and other wiring devices are completely dry.
- When all electrical wires and accessories have dried and are clean, the wiring system of all appliances must be checked by a licensed electrician. Do not turn on flood-damaged electrical appliances.
Zaldarriaga also encouraged the public to keep all communication channels open and ready, and to charge mobile phones, laptops, radios, and other communication devices. Customers should tune in to public service radiostations in case of power interruptions.
To report power outages and other concerns, customers may reach Meralco through its official social media pages on Facebook (www.facebook.com/meralco) and Twitter (@meralco). They may also text their concerns to 0920-
09716211 and 0917-5516211 or contact the Meralco Hotline at 16211 and 8631-1111