Yako:Flying foxes resting on power lines have been identified as the cause of frequent power outages in the area, according to Barthlmy Nassa, the head of the National Electricity Company of Burkina (SONABEL) center in Yako. This explanation was provided following a technical intervention on the Yako-Niou line.According to Burkina Information Agency, Nassa explained that flying foxes are most active at night and have poor daytime vision. Around 6 p.m., these fruit bats begin searching for food, which includes insects and sweet fruits, leading to contact with high-voltage power lines.Nassa noted that flying foxes often cling to the insulating parts of electrical installations, either accidentally or while resting, which can trigger power outages. Power can be restored if the animals fall off, but if they remain attached, technicians must locate and remove them before re-establishing power.The process of finding and removing these animals is crucial, as technical teams sometimes need to conduct thorough i nspections over several kilometers of power lines, checking each pole. On September 22, 2026, SONABEL agents carried out a detailed inspection from Yako to Niou, successfully locating and capturing the flying foxes.Nassa emphasized that this incident highlights the varied and sometimes lesser-known causes of network disruptions. Accurate identification of faults is essential for effective intervention and the permanent restoration of power supply.