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18,000 Meralco customers remain without power after Opong
As of Friday afternoon, approximately 18,000 Manila Electric Company (Meralco) customers remain without power following Severe Tropical Storm Opong.
The storm initially caused power outages for about 62,000 customers, with service interruptions predominantly reported in Cavite, Batangas, Laguna, and Metro Manila.
Meralco crews are working around the clock to restore electricity to affected areas.
The company has advised residents in flooded areas to take precautions and observe proper electrical safety measures.
One Meralco Foundation has started preparing relief goods for communities impacted by the storm.
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