Meralco restores power for 99% of typhoon-hit customers, deploys boats for rescue

As of Wednesday afternoon, power has been largely restored across Meralco franchise areas affected by Typhoon Crising, with only about 2,790 customers still without electricity primarily in Cavite, Metro Manila, and Bulacan due to ongoing flooding.

Meralco Vice President Joe Zaldarriaga urged patience from customers as heavy floods continue to disrupt power services and assured sufficient personnel are on standby to restore power once floodwaters recede.

High-bed trucks and motorized fiberglass boats have been deployed by Meralco to help in power restoration and aid in rescue efforts.

Meralco remains vigilant due to Tropical Depression Dante's continued presence over the Philippine Sea, with new concerns arising from Tropical Storm Emong combined with the enhanced southwest monsoon expected to bring rains across its franchise area.

The company emphasizes safety for customers and line crews as it closely monitors weather conditions and prioritizes electrical safety protocols in flood-affected communities.