ISLAMABAD, Nov 04 (TNS): A major cascade due to tripping at 11 main 500KV and 220 KV circuits and Grid stations was averted on Friday by National Transmission and Distribution System.
It was caused by unprecedented severe dense smog in the Punjab regions which could have led to blackout in case of non-existence of system protections.
The smog triggered tripping has also led to forced closure of all the four Chashma Nuclear Power plants.
After necessary technical and security protocol the restoration is in progress and it is expected to get full capacity in approximately 72 hours.
The Power Division has directed the National Power Construction Corporation to chalk out a well managed emergency load management plan for three days till restoration of 1200 MW nuclear power plants.
Under the directions of Federal Government, the Power sector has also closed all expensive furnace oil and diesel run power plants of a cumulative capacity of 4250 MW .
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The furnace oil plants includes 950 MW Hubco, 1000 MW Muzafargarh, 400 MW Jamshoro and 700 MW KAPCO.
These factors in combination are negatively affecting the demand and supply situation in the country and the power distribution system needs load management for certain period.
A separate load management plan after approximately 72 hours based on demand supply situation is also being prepared by the NPCC.
However since the demand is declining with decrease in the temperature, therefore the situation is soon expected to show improvement.
The Distribution Companies are also directed to ensure maximum relief to the consumers besides keeping the drawl under the allocated quotas to ensure stability in the system. The distribution companies have also been asked to circulate the load management plan within their areas of operation for information of consumers.
Meanwhile, special teams and lines formations have been deputed by NTDC and DISCOs to meet any emergent situation due to the weather conditions. Patrolling of all high transmission lines has been increased by NTDC.
