PEANews · 2026-05-03 00:00

PEA rapidly restores power grid in Uthai Thani after severe summer storm.

The Provincial Electricity Authority (PEA) is swiftly restoring electricity distribution systems in Uthai Thani Province following a severe summer storm on May 2, 2026, which caused widespread damage and outages.

This rapid response demonstrates PEA's commitment to maintaining grid reliability and minimizing disruption to residents in storm-affected areas, ensuring essential services are quickly restored.

Fast Facts

·Organization: Provincial Electricity Authority (PEA)
·Location: Uthai Thani Province, Thailand (Mueang, Nong Chang, Lan Sak, Ban Rai districts)
·Event: Summer storm with strong winds
·Date of storm: May 2, 2026, around 7:00 PM
·Impact: Damaged power poles, equipment, widespread outages
·Restoration progress: 90% restored by 11:30 PM on May 2, 2026
·Full restoration target: 100% by 6:00 PM on May 3, 2026
·Customer contact: 1129 PEA Contact Center

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PEA rapidly restores power grid in Uthai Thani after severe summer storm.