BENECO Raises Red Alert Status Due to Super Typhoon Nando
SAFETY FIRST. AGM Artemio Bacoco and Network Services Department (NSD) manager Fraiser Angayen reminds supervisors to ensure safety of frontline personnel, availability of materials, and PPEs for linemen. (LSI)
Photo and text by: Laarni S. Ilagan
The Benguet Electric Cooperative (BENECO) has raised its Emergency Restoration Plan (ERP) to Red Alert Status (Charlie Protocol) effective 7 PM, September 21, 2025, in response to the growing threat posed by Super Typhoon Nando and the expected impact of the southwest monsoon intensified by tropical cyclones Mirasol and Nando.
The alert level was raised from blue to red– following Cordillera RDRRMC Memorandum No. 137, s. 2025, and advisories from PAGASA, which reported that Nando has reached super typhoon status as of 5:00 PM yesterday.
As part of the Red Alert protocol, all BENECO departments and personnel have been instructed to mobilize manpower, prepare logistics, and remain on standby for emergency response.
The cooperative major activities include damage assessment, dispatch of emergency restoration teams to priority areas, and close coordination with local government units and disaster response agencies.
Fraiser Angayen, Network Services Department (NSD) manager emphasized BENECO’s primary responsibility during calamities: to secure all distribution assets to prevent further damage and ensure public safety. The cooperative is also ready to assist local authorities in rescue and recovery efforts if needed.
Among the key response activities are:
- Continuous monitoring of weather and damage extent
- Initial damage assessment
- Deployment of restoration teams
- Implementation of emergency procedures
- Coordination with LGUs and emergency groups
BENECO urges the public and concerned agencies to remain vigilant and undertake proactive safety measures.
In case of emergency, BENECO can be reached with the following contact details:
Phone: (074) 637 4400
Smart: 0908 865 7202
Globe: 0917 592 1698
Email: info@beneco.com.ph
BENECO hotline numbers are open 24/7 as well as its official Facebook messenger.
When reporting BENECO concerns, you can help save time in our power restoration efforts by providing the following details: Case/concern, contact number of person that can be reached in the area who can give further details if needed, complete address, landmark, name, and contact number. (LSI)
