PEANews · 2026-04-17 00:00

PEA is urgently repairing numerous high-voltage power poles downed by a summer storm in Sikhoraphum District, Surin Province.

The Provincial Electricity Authority (PEA) is undertaking urgent repairs to its electricity grid in Sikhoraphum District, Surin Province, following a severe summer storm that toppled over 20 high-voltage poles.

This incident highlights the vulnerability of critical infrastructure to extreme weather events and PEA's rapid response to restore essential services and ensure public safety.

Fast Facts

·Incident reported: April 17, 2026
·Location: Sikhoraphum District, Surin Province, Thailand
·Cause: Summer storm with strong winds and heavy rain
·Damage: Over 20 high-voltage 115 kV power poles downed
·Affected area: Jaraphat Subdistrict (Road 226 Surin-Sisaket)
·Response: PEA deploying 30-ton cranes and repair teams
·Impact: Disrupted power supply and blocked traffic

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PEA is urgently repairing numerous high-voltage power poles downed by a summer storm in Sikhoraphum District, Surin Province.