Planned Power Interruptions Across Multiple Regions
Several municipalities in Portugal will experience temporary electricity supply interruptions on Sunday, November 9, due to scheduled maintenance work on the distribution network. The operator E-Redes announced this on Thursday, November 6, specifying that the outages are planned between 5:00 AM and 11:00 AM to ensure service quality and reliability.
Affected Areas and Timings
- Lisbon District:
- Campolide parish in Lisbon, specifically on Avenida Conselheiro Fernando de Sousa and Rua Professor Sousa da Câmara, from 5:00 AM to 11:00 AM.
- Oeiras: Union of Parishes of Algés, Linda-a-Velha, and Cruz Quebrada-Dafundo, from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.
- Sintra: Union of Parishes of São João das Lampas and Terrugem, from 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM.
- Santarém District:
- Tomar: Parishes of São João Baptista and Santa Maria dos Olivais, from 6:00 AM to 7:00 AM.
- Faro District (Algarve Region):
- Faro: Montenegro parish, from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.
- Olhão: Quelfes parish, from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.
- Lagos: São Gonçalo de Lagos parish, from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.
Purpose and Details of the Maintenance
E-Redes has described these as "programmed interruptions" that are essential for maintaining the continuity and quality of electrical supply. The work involves maneuvers, connection tasks, repairs, or conservation of network infrastructure, carried out only when alternative power sources from existing installations are exhausted. These measures aim to correct issues that could lead to network insecurity or prevent potential failures, enhancing overall system reliability.
How to Stay Informed
Residents and businesses in the affected areas can check specific locations and timings for the interruptions on the E-Redes website. E-Redes emphasizes that such interventions are prioritized to guarantee the safety and efficiency of the electrical service, urging consumers to plan accordingly.
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