27 Sep 2022 | 05:53 AM UTC
Trinidad and Tobago: Utilities company announces nationwide planned power outages Sept. 27-29 to carry out maintenance /update 1
Utilities company announces planned power outages across Trinidad and Tobago Sept. 27-29 to carry out maintenance. Disruptions likely.
Event
The Trinidad and Tobago Electricity Commission (T&TEC) is planning rolling power supply disruptions nationwide Sept. 27-29 to allow for maintenance operations. For details on the outage schedule, click here.
Temporary commercial and communications disruptions are possible during power outages; cellular and mobile services could be affected. Traffic disruptions and longer driving times may occur during these periods due to malfunctioning traffic signals. Increased opportunistic crime is possible due to blackouts adversely affecting security protocols, including alarm systems and electronic fences. Outages could last longer than scheduled.
Advice
Plan for potential business disruptions in power outages. Power laptops, tablets, mobile phones, and other business or travel-critical appliances before scheduled outages. Download available warning apps covering planned or unplanned power outages and monitor announcements from the utility.
