Detection of storm event for 16/02/2020 with possible impact on offshore wind parks power production in Belgian control area

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Dear Market Participants,

Please be informed that our wind forecast has indicated a possible storm event which could result in a (sudden) power reduction on offshore wind turbines located in the North Sea connected to the Belgian control area. The forecasted storm event is currently foreseen from 15/02/2020 23h00 to 16/02/2020 13h00 with a maximum production drop of 575 MW.

For further evolutions, we kindly refer to our website (https://www.elia.be/en/grid-data/power-generation/wind-power-generation) where all information is available. We would also like to inform you about the possibility to subscribe to our RSS feed.

Best regards,

Elia System Operator