Have you ever been to Penang currently? In case you crossed from mainland to island utilizing the (first) Penang Bridge, you might need observed a row of buildings within the sea operating parallel to the bridge. They’re truly monopole transmission towers by Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB), and 6 of the towers at the moment are illuminated nightly from 8pm to 4am.
“That is the latest landmark within the state, providing gorgeous views on the bridge and serving as an inviting entrance for guests arriving in Penang,” mentioned state infrastructure and transport committee chairman Zairil Khir Johari, reported by The Star, which additionally printed the picture above.
The Tanjong Bunga ADUN mentioned that the towers have been operational since December 23, and Penang governor Tun Ahmad Fuzi Abdul Razak witnessed the primary lighting of the LED lights on new 12 months’s eve. The solar-powered LEDs can emit 200 totally different colors together.
In keeping with the report, the towers, six of which have been constructed with a betel nut-style design, have been accomplished in November 2024 at a price of RM500 million. They channel 2,000 megawatts (MW) of electrical energy to the island, which homes a sturdy industrial sector.
Now, identical to with most new sights, many will likely be wowed by the brand new sights and would need to take photos and movies of the illuminated buildings. Penang police chief Datuk Hamzah Ahmad is warning motorists to not cease on the Penang Bridge for images – stopping is just for emergencies. Motion will likely be taken towards those that cease with out good motive.
“Benefit from the lovely monopoles however don’t cease. Do not forget that solely your passengers can use cell phones and cameras to file the surroundings,” he mentioned, including that these discovered violating the regulation might face motion beneath Part 79(2) of the Street Trasnport Act 1987, which attracts fines from RM300 to RM2,000. Drive protected and be thoughtful.
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