Restoration in full swing

Meanwhile, CEBECO II, which serves 321 barangays, reported the following energization levels as of 8:00 a.m. on November 8: Bogo City (79 percent), Medellin (89 percent), Daanbantayan (95 percent), San Remigio (70 percent), Tabogon (44 percent), Borbon (32 percent), Sogod (67 percent), Tabuelan (50 percent), Tuburan (41 percent), Catmon (20 percent), Carmen (38 percent), Danao City (14 percent), and Compostela (29 percent).

- 

CEBECO II also mourned the death of a lineman who lost his life while performing restoration duties. The cooperative extended its condolences to his family and colleagues, describing him as a dedicated public servant whose sacrifice reflects the courage and commitment of frontliners working to restore essential services.

Officials have urged the public to remain patient and cooperative, emphasizing that each restored connection is the result of the tireless efforts of linemen and engineers braving difficult conditions in the field.

As of 1 p.m. yesterday, the National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) reported that the Calongcalong-Asturias 69kV Line was already restored, while the Maasin-San Isidro 69kV line was partially energized. NGCP said it has mobilized its line crews and conducting restoration activities in the remaining affected area.

Meanwhile, the Metropolitan Cebu Water District (MCWD) reported that as of Friday (Nov. 7,) 64 percent of total water production has been restored. “Our teams continue to work round-the-clock to restore full operations. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding,” the agency said.

MCWD also reminded residents that tampering with water pipelines and unauthorized water connections is a serious offense, warning that such actions can disrupt service and contaminate the water supply. It urged the public to report any incidents of water pilferage or illegal tapping.

This warning comes after Typhoon Tino caused extensive damage to JE Hydro, MCWD’s bulk water supplier for the Lusaran Bulk Water Supply Project.

The typhoon resulted in severe damage to water treatment and transmission facilities; heavy siltation from mud and debris, halting treatment operations; and power outages due to damaged transmission lines.