❓ Question regarding reports of voltage spikes in Chidlow and Mundaring following power outages, seeking information on the Minister's awareness and any investigations conducted by Western Power.
✅ AnsweredQoN 1297Legislative Council
Portfolio: Energy and Decarbonisation; Manufacturing; Skills and TAFE; Pilbara
Question
I refer to reports from residents in Chidlow and Mundaring or repeated voltage surges following power outages, and I ask:(a) is the Minister aware of reports of voltage spikes in the Hills area following recent outages; and(b) has Western Power conducted any investigation into abnormal voltage fluctuations in Chidlow and surrounding suburbs?
Answer
(a - b)
Western Power has not received any reports of voltage spikes or abnormal fluctuations in the Chidlow and Mundaring areas for investigation.
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