The national power grid experienced another collapse on Saturday, which marks the third incident within a single week,This recurring issue has raised concerns among citizens and stakeholders about the reliability of power supply in the region.
In a separate report, thousands of storks were observed flying over the Gia Viễn dike in Ninh Bình, captivating onlookers and drawing attention to the natural beauty of the area. This sight was highlighted by Nếm TV, showcasing the contrast between nature’s wonders and ongoing infrastructural challenges.
Earlier in the week, the grid faced disruptions on both Monday and Tuesday while efforts were underway to restore power. These failures have led to increased scrutiny regarding the management and maintenance of the national grid, as frequent outages disrupt daily life.
On Saturday, power generation was reported to have ceased around 8:16 am. This sudden drop in power supply has left many residents and businesses in a state of uncertainty, as they rely heavily on consistent electricity for their operations.
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In a related incident, a media company expressed alarm after the Department of State Services (DSS) invaded the home of one of its staff members and took her away. This action has raised questions about press freedom and the safety of journalists in the current climate.
Customers are increasingly worried as major banks continue to experience lingering IT glitches, further complicating financial transactions and services. The combination of power outages and technological issues has created a challenging environment for both individuals and businesses.
As of the latest reports, power generation had peaked at 3,968 megawatts at 7 am but plummeted to just 47 megawatts by 9 am. Alarmingly, there was no allocation of power to distribution companies at that time, highlighting the critical state of the national power supply system.
