The high tension switch gear was isolated, and current rerouted to other sections of the plant in order to restore electricity supply faster.
The first areas (St. Maarten Medical Center, Belair and surrounding areas) were back online by 3:30 pm, followed by Philipsburg. We expect power to all areas to be restored tentatively by 5:30 pm.
GEBE apologizes for any inconvenience caused by this equipment failure.