The petition calls for energy distribution giant Manila Electric Co., backed by tycoon Manuel V. Pangilinan, to take over service in the area.
“The petition outlines five key issues, foremost of which is the frequent and prolonged power outages, many of them unplanned and without prior notice. These disruptions have hampered work, online classes and livelihoods, causing widespread inconvenience and financial loss,” part of their petition stated.
These power interruptions typically last one to two hours and sometimes stretches to three hours.
They also flagged unstable voltage damaging appliances and raised concerns over poor maintenance and customer service, which they said have worsened the reliability issues.
“We believe that Meralco’s entry into our barangay will help provide more reliable, stable, and high-quality electricity service, which is essential to the growth, safety, and daily life of our community,” the petition stated in Filipino.
—Edited by Miguel R. Camus
