Palembang, KOTABARI.COM – PT PLN Unit Induk Distribusi (UID) South Sumatra, Jambi, and Bengkulu (S2JB) apologizes for the transmission disruption on the 275 kV Linggau-Lahat Transmission System, which has caused power outages in several regions across Sumatra.
Iwan Arissetyadhi, Communication & CSR Manager of PT PLN UID S2JB, explained that the 275 kV Linggau-Lahat transmission line is part of an interconnected bleed system that links multiple regions in Sumatra. When this system encounters a disruption, it impacts many areas in Sumatra.
“The 275 kV Linggau-Lahat transmission network is an interconnected bleed system. Therefore, when this system is disrupted, other areas are also affected. However, this impact is not permanent. Once the system stabilizes, the affected areas can gradually return to normal. Areas not directly affected are prioritized for normalization,” Iwan explained on Tuesday (June 4, 2024).
Initial monitoring indicates that the power outages have affected the regions of Lampung, Bangka Belitung, Jambi, and Bengkulu. For other provinces in Sumatra, such as West Sumatra and Riau, there have been no reports of disruptions.
“We apologize for the disruption, which has impacted several customers in South Sumatra and the surrounding areas,” Iwan stated. “We are acting quickly to normalize the system. Hundreds of PLN personnel have been deployed to the field to investigate the cause of the disruption and restore the affected electrical systems.”
Currently, PT PLN UID S2JB is working on normalizing substations in each affected region. Some areas have already been restored, and it is hoped that power will be fully restored shortly.
“Some areas have already been restored. We are working to normalize the system as quickly as possible, with personnel deployed to the substation units. God willing, everything will be back to normal soon,” Iwan concluded.
This transmission disruption highlights the importance of maintenance and monitoring of the electrical system to prevent widespread impacts on electricity services to the public. PT PLN UID S2JB continues to strive to provide the best service and ensure the stability of the electricity supply in all its operational areas.