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Underground Cable Accident Causes Power Outage for 4,726 Households in Zhonghe and Yonghe; Taipower Continues Road Repair

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Published Apr 14, 2026 7:09 PM ・ Updated Jun 17, 2026 12:29 AM ・ 2 min read ・ Source: CNA (Central News Agency)

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An underground cable accident on Xianmin Boulevard in Banqiao District, New Taipei City, caused road surface damage and a power outage affecting 4,726 households in Zhonghe and Yonghe districts.
The company is currently repairing the road and plans to discuss adjusting maintenance manhole installations with relevant authorities to prevent future incidents.

An underground cable accident on Xianmin Boulevard in Banqiao District, New Taipei City, caused road surface damage and a power outage affecting 4,726 households in Zhonghe and Yonghe districts. Taipower quickly restored power to all affected households by 1:25 PM. The company is currently repairing the road and plans to discuss adjusting maintenance manhole installations with relevant authorities to prevent future incidents.

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Published: Apr 14, 2026

Central News Agency (Reporter Tseng Chih-yi, Taipei, 14th) - An unexpected road explosion occurred at noon today on Xianmin Boulevard in Banqiao District, New Taipei City. Taipower stated that an underground cable accident caused the road surface to uplift and break, affecting a total of 4,726 households in Zhonghe and Yonghe districts with power outages. All power has since been restored. Taipower is currently continuing to repair the road surface and will continue to communicate with road authorities to advocate for adjustments in the installation of maintenance manholes, while also strengthening inspections to ensure stable and safe power supply and prevent similar accidents from recurring. (Editor: Lin Shu-yuan) 1150414

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FAQ

What caused the road explosion on Xianmin Boulevard in Banqiao District on the 14th?

An underground cable accident caused the road surface to uplift and break on Xianmin Boulevard in Banqiao District, New Taipei City, leading to the explosion-like incident at noon on the 14th.

How many households were affected by the power outage in Zhonghe and Yonghe districts?

A total of 4,726 households in Zhonghe and Yonghe districts experienced power outages due to the underground cable accident on Xianmin Boulevard in Banqiao District.

Has power been restored to the affected households in Zhonghe and Yonghe?

Yes, all power has been restored to the 4,726 affected households in Zhonghe and Yonghe districts following the underground cable accident on Xianmin Boulevard.

What is Taipower currently doing in response to the road damage on Xianmin Boulevard?

Taipower is continuing to repair the damaged road surface on Xianmin Boulevard and is coordinating with road authorities to improve maintenance manhole installations.

What preventive measures is Taipower planning to implement after the cable accident?

Taipower is strengthening inspections and advocating for adjustments in maintenance manhole installations to ensure a stable and safe power supply and prevent future accidents.

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