Negros Power to Boost Power Supply with Transformer Uprates in Bacolod City

Negros Power is set to enhance electricity reliability and improve service quality for consumers in four different areas of Bacolod City this Friday, March 14, through a series of distribution transformer capacity uprates.

This proactive measure aims to address potential overloading issues that could lead to unexpected and widespread power interruptions, ensuring a more stable and consistent standard voltage and power supply for residents.

To facilitate these upgrades, Negros Power will be implementing temporary power interruptions in the affected areas, allowing crews to work safely and efficiently.

Here are the details of the scheduled power outages:
Time & Affected Areas:
• 8:00 AM to 12:00 NN: Portion of MF2 – Eroreco Subd., Brgy. Mandalagan, Bacolod City
◦ Reason: Uprating of 37.5KVA distribution transformer into 75KVA distribution transformer
• 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM: Portion of AF1 – Florenceville, Brgy. Tangub, Bacolod City
◦ Reason: Uprating the 25KVA common distribution transformer into a 50KVA distribution transformer and replacing the primary wooden pole with a 40ft concrete pole.
• 8:00 AM to 12:00 NN: Portion of AF1 – Ramylu DR, Brgy. Tangub, Bacolod City
◦ Reason: Uprating of 25KVA distribution transformer into 50KVA distribution transformer
• 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM: Portion of AF8 – Phase 5, Brgy. Handumanan, Bacolod City
◦ Reason: Uprating of 15KVA common distribution transformer into 50KVA distribution transformer

These upgrades are part of Negros Power’s comprehensive 5-year rehabilitation and modernization plan, a commitment to delivering a more reliable and efficient power system for the entire region. By investing in infrastructure improvements and addressing potential issues proactively, Negros Power is working to ensure that consumers experience a more stable and consistent power supply, free from unexpected disruptions.

Negros Power understands that these temporary power interruptions may cause inconvenience, and the company appreciates the understanding and cooperation of all affected consumers.* (NEPC)