Lesco Flood Losses: Rs237.38 Million in Pakistan
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Lahore Electric Supply Company (Lesco) Reports Rs237.38 Million in Flood damage
Overview
recent rains and floods in Pakistan have caused significant damage to the infrastructure of the Lahore Electric Supply Company (Lesco), totaling Rs237.38 million (approximately $830,000 USD as of september 26, 2023). Lesco is accelerating repair and replacement efforts following damage assessments, according to Chief Executive Officer Muhammad ramzan Butt. Dawn reported on the extent of the damage on September 26, 2023.
Damage Breakdown by Circle
The Kasur circle experienced the most significant losses, amounting to Rs197.43 million. The Okara and Central circles followed, with losses of Rs24.96 million and Rs6.35 million, respectively. The North circle reported the lowest damage at Rs1 million.
| Lesco Circle | Damage (Rs Million) | Approximate USD Equivalent (as of Sept 26, 2023) |
|---|---|---|
| Kasur | 197.43 | $686,000 |
| Okara | 24.96 | $86,500 |
| central | 6.35 | $22,000 |
| North | 1.00 | $3,500 |
| Total | 237.38 | $830,000 |
Specific Equipment Damaged
The damage encompassed a range of electrical equipment, including transformers, conductors, meters, and structural components. In the North circle, one 25kV transformer, three 45-foot structures, 450 conductors, six defuse sets, five steel-ax arms, two defuse steel x-arms, and nine 11kV pin insulators were affected.
The Central circle saw damage to a 100kV transformer,a 400kVa transformer,215 single-phase meters,18 HT structures (36 feet each),500 conductors,450 dogg conductors,24 steel ax-arms,and 48 11kV pin insulators. Okara circle damage included seven 25kVa transformers, four 50kVa transformers, one 100kVa transformer, 737 single-phase meters, and 85 three-phase meters.
Impact on Electricity Supply
While the full extent of the impact on electricity supply isn’t detailed in the initial report, the damage to transformers and infrastructure suggests potential disruptions for consumers in the affected areas. Lesco’s accelerated repair efforts aim to minimize these disruptions and restore power as quickly as possible.