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*FULL THREAD: ZETDC Responds To Frequently Asked Questions On Load Shedding* *Follow Pindula on WhatsApp for daily new updates* https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Va84dngJP21B2nWeyM3v?gs The Zimbabwe Electricity Distribution Company’s (ZETDC) which distributes and retail electricity to the final end user has responded to some of the frequently asked questions on load shedding. This follows the announcement by the ZETDC which indicates that load shedding is now at level 2. Read below frequently answered questions and answers ZETDC provided. 1. Why does ZETDC not come out with a timetable on load shedding so that we plan in advance? ---------- Latest itel S24 available on Pindula: 128GB storage $119 USD WhatsApp +263783450793 ---------- Ans: ZETDC has produced &published load shedding schedules. These are available @ all ZETDC offices &on our website 2. Why does ZETDC sometimes not stick to the schedules? Ans: The schedules are based on known power shortfalls. When shortfalls occur as a result of major system disturbances or equipment failure then ZETDC will be forced 2 shed areas that may not have been on the programme for the day. Areas that were initially scheduled for load shedding could also be exempted from load shedding in the event that there is an improvement in the power supply situation. 3. Why are some customers not being shed? Ans: Circuits that feed essential services are exempted from load shedding. These include hospitals, major hospitals, water &sewage pump stations, airports, broadcasting stations, telephone exchanges ¢ral business districts. Neighbours could be having power because they are on that circuit, on a different circuit &or on a different load shedding schedule. 4. Why are we shed in the morning &evening when we need electricity the most? Ans: It is during these times that demand exceeds supply, hence the need to shed 2 balance demand &supply.The demand profile is shaped by customers levels of usage during these periods. @fortunechasi 5. Does load shedding damage electrical appliances? Ans: Load shedding involves opening & closing switches &this doesn’t damage appliances. H’ever it’s important to note that surges may occur in a power system. As a precaution, customers are advised to switch off electrical appliances More: ZETDC itel A50 now available on Pindula at $84 64GB storage, 2GB RAM. _ideal for light usage_ _If you found this article useful_ *Please support Pindula by forwarding to friends and groups*
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