Power back to normal in Repulse Bay

Full power was restored in Repulse Bay after four days of shortages last week. On April 10 one of the main units failed. Later, a smaller unit also failed.

Only one generator had been operating at the power plant since Sunday. In an effort to conserve electricity, stores were only open during low-energy consumption periods. The power corporation instituted rotating blackouts for periods in the community while the power plant was being repaired.

Due to poor weather, the arrival of parts required to repair the two generators was delayed until they could be flown in on a charter from Iqaluit last Wednesday evening.