Helicopter crop-dusting accident impacts 3,500 homes' power in Lake Tekapo, New Zealand.
A helicopter crop-dusting accident in Lake Tekapo and Albury, New Zealand, caused a power outage affecting approximately 3,500 households after its boom hit transmission lines around 10:25 a.m. on Monday. The pilot was unharmed and reported the incident. No injuries were reported, and power restoration is expected within 24 to 36 hours. Transpower and local provider Alpine Energy are addressing the issue, with details available online.
September 30, 2024
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