Battling Against the Wind to Safeguard Safe Production — Philippines San Marcelino & Lal-lo Solar PV O&M Project Carries Out Typhoon Defense Work in an Orderly Manner
2024-10-11
On October 9, 2024, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) issued a red alert for heavy rainfall as Typhoon “Sandor” intensified into a severe tropical storm at 7:00 a.m., with wind speeds reaching 195 km/h. Affected by the typhoon, extreme weather conditions such as heavy rain and strong winds occurred in Cagayan Province, where Huafeng Weiye Company’s Philippines San Marcelino & Lal-lo Solar PV O&M Project is located. To effectively implement typhoon defense measures, the project team swiftly responded and carried out flood and typhoon prevention efforts in an orderly manner, ensuring the safety of on-site production operations.
In response to the powerful Typhoon "Sandor" and heavy rainfall, the Philippines San Marcelino & Lal-lo Solar PV O&M Project immediately activated a Level III emergency plan, swiftly entering a state of heightened defense readiness. To effectively prevent torrential rains from damaging the plant's roads, core photovoltaic equipment, and affecting the safe and stable operation of the power plant, the project team, led by the project manager, addressed the issue of water accumulation on the roads. They used geotechnical excavation methods to drain the water, and promptly cleared debris such as weeds, leaves, garbage, and blockages from the perimeter fence to improve drainage and flood prevention capacity, avoiding damage to roads and equipment due to prolonged flooding. In addition, the project organized specialized teams to conduct comprehensive inspections of electrical equipment within the plant and took effective preventive measures. Key equipment and facilities on-site were reinforced to ensure smooth current transmission, reduce energy loss, and eliminate potential safety hazards, making every effort to ensure the safe and stable operation of the project units.
Moving forward, the project will closely monitor the developments of the typhoon and continue to strengthen the monitoring and early warning of extreme weather. The emergency management system will be continuously optimized and improved, with regular targeted emergency drills organized to further enhance the team’s ability to respond to typhoon and flood emergencies. This will provide strong support for the safe and efficient operation of the project.
