Monkey Causes Island-wide Power Outage in Sri Lanka
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February 9, 2025 15:14
colombo, sri lanka - A monkey's interference leads to a major power outage affecting the entire island of Sri Lanka.
Monkey Causes Island-wide Power Outage in Sri Lanka
An unusual incident involving a monkey has resulted in a significant power outage across Sri Lanka. The disruption was caused when the primate came into contact with a network transformer, throwing the system off balance, according to Energy Minister Kumara Jayakody.
The incident took place in a suburb of Colombo, the largest city in the country. While power has been restored in some areas, the duration of the outage remains uncertain.