CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY — The National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) has intensified its campaign against kite flying near transmission lines and other critical power facilities during the summer season.
Mae Roselle Curiano, NGCP communication focal person in Cagayan de Oro, warned that the number of kites getting entangled in transmission lines and drifting into substations and other sensitive facilities has been increasing, posing risks of power outages or line tripping.
NGCP is urging parents and local government officials to guide young people to fly kites safely and away from power installations.
According to Curiano, the initiative is aligned with Republic Act No. 11361, which prohibits activities that may obstruct or pose hazards to power lines and related facilities.
She explained that the law mandates the protection of transmission corridors and other critical electrical infrastructure to prevent accidents and disruptions in the power grid.
“Strict enforcement of the law is necessary, especially during the summer season when kite flying becomes a popular activity among children and youth,” Curiano said.
She added that when kites become entangled in transmission lines or drift into substations, they can trigger line tripping, damage equipment, or interrupt the stable flow of electricity to communities and industries.
Curiano said NGCP continues to coordinate with local government units and communities to raise awareness about the risks of flying kites near power facilities.
Through the campaign, the agency hopes to encourage the public—particularly parents and young people—to observe safety measures and fly kites only in open areas far from transmission lines to help maintain an uninterrupted power supply.
