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Ilocos Sur braces for scheduled power outage on November 12
Vigan City and five neighboring municipalities in Ilocos Sur will face an eight-hour power interruption next month as the local electric cooperative undertakes critical infrastructure work. The outage is scheduled from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. on November 12.
LSN Philippines ·
SAN ILDEFONSO, Ilocos Sur — Residents and businesses across Vigan City and five surrounding municipalities should prepare for a lengthy power disruption on November 12 as the Ilocos Sur Electric Cooperative Inc. (ISECO) carries out essential maintenance work on its electrical infrastructure.
The eight-hour outage will commence at 8:30 a.m. and continue until 5 p.m., during which time ISECO technicians will focus on upgrading equipment, conducting routine maintenance, and clearing electrical lines throughout the service areas. The work is part of the cooperative's broader initiative to improve system reliability and operational efficiency.
Affected consumers are advised to make necessary preparations, including charging electronic devices, securing perishable goods, and planning activities accordingly during the outage period. ISECO has provided advance notice to allow residents and commercial establishments time to adjust their schedules.
The cooperative did not indicate whether the disruption would be staggered across different areas or implemented simultaneously throughout the region. Residents seeking further information have been encouraged to contact ISECO directly for additional details regarding their specific barangay or district.