Tragedy Strikes During Post-Storm Repairs
A 25-year-old junior lineman lost his life while performing critical repair work on electrical lines damaged by Typhoon Tino. The fatal accident occurred on Thursday afternoon, November 6, 2025, in Barangay Bojo, Aloguinsan municipality.
The victim has been identified as Junric Niñal Heraldez, a junior lineman employed by CEBECO and residing in Toledo City. Heraldez was only 25 years old at the time of the tragic incident that cut his life short.
Details of the Fatal Incident
The electrocution happened while Heraldez was working to repair a damaged utility pole. According to reports, he accidentally made contact with a live wire on the pole he was attempting to fix. The damage to the electrical infrastructure had been caused by Typhoon Tino, which struck the area earlier that week on Tuesday, November 4, 2025.
Emergency responders from the local police station quickly arrived at the scene following the accident. The young lineman was immediately transported to the Aloguinsan Rural Health Center for emergency medical treatment.
Emergency Response and Aftermath
Despite the rapid response from emergency services, medical professionals at the health center declared Heraldez dead on arrival. The declaration confirmed that the electrocution had proven fatal before he could receive advanced medical care.
This tragic incident highlights the significant dangers that utility workers face while restoring essential services after natural disasters like Typhoon Tino. Linemen regularly work with high-voltage equipment in challenging conditions to ensure communities regain electricity following storm damage.
The death of Junric Niñal Heraldez serves as a sobering reminder of the risks involved in electrical work and the importance of strict safety protocols during emergency repair operations in the wake of severe weather events.
