By Kimone Witter
The Jamaica Public Service Company is again condemning threats of violence against its workers and contractors carrying out restoration works across the island.
The company says residents in some communities continue to accost its team members in protest against the delay in restoration of their electricity.
The JPS has denounced what it describes as aggressive behaviour and tense stand-offs with residents which have resulted in teams having to leave certain areas, ultimately postponing scheduled restoration efforts.
The company highlighted an incident in Westmoreland where its team members were allegedly cornered by residents and had to be escorted out of a community by the security forces.
The company has stated that while it understands the frustration of those who are still without electricity, it will not jeopardize the safety of its workers by sending them into hostile environments.
The light and power company has also warned that roadblocks and protests which prevent safe access to lines and facilities that are critical to restoration, could cause efforts to be further delayed.
The JPS is calling for calm as its workers, some of whom are from communities that are still without electricity, continue to work swiftly and tirelessly to get the lights back on island-wide.
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