Blackout hits parts of the city

JAKARTA (JP): A breakdown at the main electricity relay station on Jl. Yos Soedarso in North Jakarta caused blackouts in a number of districts yesterday, Budi Harto, an employee of state-owned electricity company PT PLN, said.

"The blackout affected several areas, including Cempaka Putih, Rawasari, part of Sunter, Kelapa Gading, Kebon Kosong and Sumur Batu," Budi was quoted by Antara as saying.

The breakdown occurred at 4:00 a.m. yesterday, he said, adding that the cause of the breakdown was still unclear.

He also said that it was still unclear as to when the repairs would be completed.

The weather, when the relay station was down, was cloudy with rain falling in several areas, including the ones hit by the blackouts. (hhr)