Energisa, the utility company responsible for maintaining the electrical infrastructure in Cuiabá, Brazil, announced that over two tons of irregular wires will be removed from utility poles on Sunday, December 8. The operation involves at least 16 electricians who will be working along Avenida Isaac Póvoas to execute the removal of these wires, which primarily belong to unregistered companies lacking proper contracts with the utility provider.

Earlier in the year, Energisa notified internet and telephone companies that they had 30 days to regularize their wiring; if not, the company would proceed with its removal. This initiative highlights the ongoing issues with unauthorized installations that complicate the regulatory landscape of telecommunications. The utility company is required to ensure compliance, thus taking responsibility for the oversight despite only leasing the poles to these companies.

The operation to remove the irregular wires is set to pause for the upcoming carnival celebrations, delaying further action until after the festivities. Residents who have been affected by the lack of internet services due to these removals have been advised to contact Procon for support. This ongoing process reflects the complexities of managing utility services amid unauthorized installations and the regulatory measures necessary to address them.