The Commonwealth Utilities Corp. raised the fuel adjustment charge from $0.245 to $0.44489 per kilowatt-hour, from May 15, effectively doubling the cost of power for households in the Northern Mariana Islands. The increase was reportedly approved by the Commonwealth Public Utilities Commission.
In related news, typhoon debris removal is taking place in various locations in Saipan and is planned to continue until June 13. An estimated 350,000 yards of debris will need to be removed.
According to the Joint Information Center as of May 15, 8,753 applicants have registered for FEMA assistance, with $7.46 million in assistance disbursed to individuals and families. The U.S. Small Business Administration has received 396 loan applications as of that date.
In Saipan and Tinian 403 tents and 24 temporary roofs have been installed, with 662 residents approved for temporary roofing. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has installed 109 generators and will install 18 modular classrooms at the Northern Marianas College. mbj
In related news, typhoon debris removal is taking place in various locations in Saipan and is planned to continue until June 13. An estimated 350,000 yards of debris will need to be removed.
According to the Joint Information Center as of May 15, 8,753 applicants have registered for FEMA assistance, with $7.46 million in assistance disbursed to individuals and families. The U.S. Small Business Administration has received 396 loan applications as of that date.
In Saipan and Tinian 403 tents and 24 temporary roofs have been installed, with 662 residents approved for temporary roofing. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has installed 109 generators and will install 18 modular classrooms at the Northern Marianas College. mbj
