Cyprus blast disrupts television ministry

Cyprus (SAT7/MNN) ― The shockwaves of July's deadly munitions explosion in Cyprus are still being felt.
This week before an investigating committee, Cyprus President blamed a "failure of the system" as the root cause of the blast that killed 13 at a naval base.
 
While the rubble is visible, the explosion also triggered both political and economic crises. There are rumors in the financial district that Cyprus Electricity Authority (EAC) has had difficulty securing a 100 million euro loan after the explosion.

Damage estimates are in the multi-billion-dollar range and could hamper the country's economic growth. Experts say the plant meets more than half of Cyprus' power needs, and it could take up to a year to fix the power plant.
SAT-7, a Christian satellite television ministry to the Middle East and North Africa, says their office in Cyprus is working, but it has been extremely difficult. There were daily rolling power outages that often came without warning. Attempts have been made by the Cyprus Electricity Authority to send out notices regarding when the power will be out, but it has had limited success.

As more power generators have been bought by the government, power in Cyprus is stabilizing. However, the bills to pay for the new power source are going to be much higher. It affects much more than the actual television show production.
Crippling average daytime temperatures are a problem. Without temperature control, electronic equipment does not run properly and can easily overheat or break down. SAT-7 has been using generators in one main room to keep servers going and employees productive.

Battery and generator failure, excessive costs, and high temperatures have made it difficult for SAT-7 staff to uphold the high standards of quality they typically maintain. While employees are doing as much as they can, intermittent power is an issue.

Pray for the staff. They are trusting that something good will eventually come out of this situation for the people of Cyprus. Pray that there would be a quick resolution to the crisis and that sharing the hope of Christ would continue, without disruption.