El Paso Electric infrastructure damaged
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso Electric crews reported damage to transmission structures and fiber optic communications lines, according to EPE Communication Technician Eddie Trevizo.
Trevizo described the incidents as vandalism of infrastructure the community relies on daily.
Pictures of damaged El Paso Electric equipment.
He said the targeted systems are essential public safety systems that keep power flowing to homes, hospitals and businesses.
Trevizo also said the men and women who build, maintain and repair the equipment respond at all hours and in all conditions. Some even worked overnight to repair the damage.
“Whatever our views on energy policy or local projects, violence and destruction are never acceptable responses,” he wrote.
He called on the community to condemn vandalism of critical infrastructure and keep the public conversation focused on facts, safety and respect.
El Paso Electric said, “While this event did not affect electric service to customers, damage to utility infrastructure can create significant safety risks and has the potential to impact the reliability of essential services.”
Courtesy: Eddie Trevizo
Courtesy: Eddie Trevizo
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