As rain of varying intensity hit Karachi on Monday afternoon, K Electric ensured uninterrupted power supply to the city.
KE teams remained alert and monitored the situation during the sporadic rains that continued till late night.
During heavy rains, the maximum number of feeders shut off for safety reasons was not more than 200, most of which were in areas where there was a risk to citizens from the spread of sinkholes or waterlogging. However, the areas were quickly restored after receiving clearance from teams on the ground, according to a press release issued by the company.
Lamenting the reports of 2 electrocution incidents in Baldia Town and Malir Kalabord respectively, the spokesman added, “Our deeply respected guests. According to preliminary investigation, the incident of electricity theft in Baldia Town was a shop. occurred inside, while in Malir Kalabord the incident occurred due to a street light pole. No K-electric infrastructure was involved in the cases, and grounding and earthing of all utility installations at the incident sites was complete. Held. It is also important to note that the responsibility for installing and maintaining street light poles rests with the civic authorities concerned.”
“Due to the strategic investments made by the company over the years, KE’s networks remain largely intact, and the city is powered except in areas that have been blacked out for safety reasons,” the spokesperson added. was, remained active. In view of the forecast of more rains, we request the citizens of the city to continue to follow precautionary measures and maintain a safe distance from all electrical infrastructure. In particular, electrical and heavy duty ones. Avoid exposing equipment such as water motors to rain.
Expressing grief over the reports of 2 incidents of electrocution in Baldia Town and Malir Kala Board respectively, the spokesman added, “Our deepest condolences go to the bereaved families of the victims. According to preliminary investigations, electrocution in Baldia Town The incident took place inside a shop while the incident in Malir Blackboard took place from a street light pole.
“No K-Electric infrastructure was involved in the cases, and the grounding and earthing of all utility installations at the incident sites was found to be fully intact. It is also important to note that the installation and maintenance of the street light poles The responsibility rests with the concerned civic authorities.
