Negros Power has restored electricity to 73.1 percent of its more than 200,000 affected consumers following the widespread blackout caused by Typhoon Tino.
According to data published on the company’s official Facebook page, around 26.9 percent of households are still without power. The utility said it is working “around the clock” to accelerate the restoration process.
In a statement, the electric distributor explained that the typhoon caused significant damage to power lines, including loose connections, exposed wires, and other hidden defects, which could trigger intermittent outages or brownouts while full inspections and repairs are conducted.
Negros Electric and Power Corporation (NEPC) Chief Operating Officer Bailey del Castillo urged residents to report any hazardous conditions such as sparks, overheating, tilted or fallen poles, or unusual transformer behavior to expedite repairs.
Del Castillo said that full feeder restoration is expected soon, but complete household service may take longer, potentially extending into next week due to the scale of the damage.
He noted that additional workforce has been deployed, including support teams in barangays, to speed up clearing operations.
“By the weekend, we aim to energize at least 90 percent of feeders,” del Castillo said.
However, some areas remain critically low, with as little as 36 percent of feeders energized. In Murcia, three feeders are operating at only 5 to 9 percent capacity.
Despite the challenges, the NEPC chief expressed confidence that 100 percent household restoration is achievable next week, emphasizing that no major pole repairs remain, and the teams are focused on final inspections and energizing all affected lines.
Residents are advised to remain cautious and report any unsafe conditions while the utility works to bring power back to every corner of the service area.
