Power cut affecting Watlington and nearby areas

What happened?

<p>Storm Austen is causing some disruption to electricity supplies across our network. Our teams are prepared and are working around the clock to get power back on for our customers as safely and quickly as possible.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>If your power is off and your postcode is listed as part of this fault, please be assured that we’re aware the issue and our teams are assessing damage and carrying out repairs. In some areas, severe weather may make access more difficult, so estimated restoration times may change as we get a clearer picture or be longer than expected as it may not be safe for us to complete repairs.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Please stay safe</p><p><br></p><ol><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Keep well away from any fallen or damaged power lines and always assume they are live.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Don’t approach damaged electrical equipment or attempt to move trees or debris that may be touching power lines.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>If it’s unsafe outside, please stay indoors and follow advice from the emergency services.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>If you need extra help during a power cut, please get in touch. We’re here to support you.</li></ol><p><br></p><p>We’ll continue to update Power Track with the latest information as our teams make progress. You can also register for live updates below and we'll text you if anything changes.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Thank you for your patience and understanding. Please stay safe and be assured that we’re doing everything we can to restore your power as quickly as conditions allow.</p>

Which areas are affected?

This incident is reported as affecting the following postcodes:

OX49 5HP, RG9 6JN, RG9 6JP, RG9 6JR, RG9 6JS, RG9 6JT, RG9 6JU, RG9 6JX, RG9 6JY, RG9 6LA, RG9 6LB, RG9 6LD, RG9 6LE, RG9 6LF, RG9 6LG, RG9 6LH, RG9 6LJ, RG9 6LQ, RG9 6RA, RG9 6TJ, OX49 5, RG9 6

Latest updates

• 23 Oct, 14:09

  Power cut reported

  <p>Storm Austen is causing some disruption to electricity supplies across our network. Our teams are prepared and are working around the clock to get power back on for our customers as safely and quickly as possible.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>If your power is off and your postcode is listed as part of this fault, please be assured that we’re aware the issue and our teams are assessing damage and carrying out repairs. In some areas, severe weather may make access more difficult, so estimated restoration times may change as we get a clearer picture or be longer than expected as it may not be safe for us to complete repairs.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Please stay safe</p><p><br></p><ol><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Keep well away from any fallen or damaged power lines and always assume they are live.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Don’t approach damaged electrical equipment or attempt to move trees or debris that may be touching power lines.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>If it’s unsafe outside, please stay indoors and follow advice from the emergency services.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>If you need extra help during a power cut, please get in touch. We’re here to support you.</li></ol><p><br></p><p>We’ll continue to update Power Track with the latest information as our teams make progress. You can also register for live updates below and we'll text you if anything changes.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Thank you for your patience and understanding. Please stay safe and be assured that we’re doing everything we can to restore your power as quickly as conditions allow.</p>

• 23 Oct, 14:11

  Power cut reported

• 23 Oct, 14:34

  Power restored