Power cuts in Chiba Pref. caused by typhoon could last another 2 weeks

A prolonged power outage in parts of Chiba Prefecture near Tokyo caused by Typhoon Faxai could last another two weeks or so, a utility company said Friday, as slow progress in fixing power grids has left many local residents debilitated and frustrated.TEPCO Power Grid Inc. said another three days to two weeks will be required for restoration depending on area, after the typhoon ripped through the Tokyo metropolitan region on Monday.Nearly 180,000 households were without power as of 8 p.m., down from the peak of 935,000, and 260,000 late Thursday, according to Tokyo Electric Power Company Ho…READ FULL ARTICLE