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Restored Ref: UF3296

Power cut affecting Kirkwall and nearby areas

KW15 1RZ, KW15 1SA, KW15 1SD, KW15 1SE, KW15 1SF and 16 more postcodes

Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks Looking after the electricity network in this area.

Started

25 Oct, 12:50

Customers affected

~0 (operator's estimate)

Status

Restored 27 Oct, 13:14

Affected area (approximate)

What happened?

<p>Storm Boelo is causing disruption to electricity supplies across our network. Our teams are working around the clock to restore power as safely and quickly as possible. If your power is off and your postcode is listed as part of this fault, please be assured that we’re aware and our teams are assessing the damage and carrying out repairs. </p><p><br></p><p>Severe weather may make it difficult to access some areas safely, so estimated restoration times may change, or repairs may take longer than expected. Please stay safe and keep well away from fallen or damaged power lines and electrical equipment. Don’t try to move trees or debris that may be touching power lines. </p><p><br></p><p>If you need extra help during a power cut, please get in touch. We’re here to support you. We’ll keep Power Track updated as our teams make progress and you can register for live updates below to receive a text if anything changes. Thank you for your patience and understanding while we work to get your power back on.</p>

Which areas are affected?

This incident is reported as affecting the following postcodes:

KW15 1RZ, KW15 1SA, KW15 1SD, KW15 1SE, KW15 1SF, KW15 1SG, KW15 1TR, KW15 1TW, KW15 1WG, KW16 3HB, KW16 3HD, KW17 2RA, KW17 2RB, KW17 2RD, KW17 2RE, KW17 2RF, KW17 2RP, KW17 2RQ, KW15 1, KW16 3, KW17 2

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Latest updates

  • 25 Oct, 13:07

    Power cut reported

    <p>Storm Boelo is causing disruption to electricity supplies across our network. Our teams are working around the clock to restore power as safely and quickly as possible. If your power is off and your postcode is listed as part of this fault, please be assured that we’re aware and our teams are assessing the damage and carrying out repairs. </p><p><br></p><p>Severe weather may make it difficult to access some areas safely, so estimated restoration times may change, or repairs may take longer than expected. Please stay safe and keep well away from fallen or damaged power lines and electrical equipment. Don’t try to move trees or debris that may be touching power lines. </p><p><br></p><p>If you need extra help during a power cut, please get in touch. We’re here to support you. We’ll keep Power Track updated as our teams make progress and you can register for live updates below to receive a text if anything changes. Thank you for your patience and understanding while we work to get your power back on.</p>

  • 25 Oct, 13:10

    Power cut reported

  • 25 Oct, 14:20

    Power cut reported

    <p>Storm Boelo is causing disruption to electricity supplies across our network. Our teams are working around the clock to restore power as safely and quickly as possible. If your power is off and your postcode is listed as part of this fault, please be assured that we’re aware and our teams are assessing the damage and carrying out repairs. </p><p><br></p><p>Severe weather may make it difficult to access some areas safely, so estimated restoration times may change, or repairs may take longer than expected. Please stay safe and keep well away from fallen or damaged power lines and electrical equipment. Don’t try to move trees or debris that may be touching power lines. </p><p><br></p><p>If you need extra help during a power cut, please get in touch. We’re here to support you. We’ll keep Power Track updated as our teams make progress and you can register for live updates below to receive a text if anything changes. Thank you for your patience and understanding while we work to get your power back on.</p>

  • 25 Oct, 14:22

    Power cut reported

  • 25 Oct, 16:35

    Power cut reported

    <p>Storm Boelo is causing disruption to electricity supplies across our network. Our teams are working around the clock to restore power as safely and quickly as possible. If your power is off and your postcode is listed as part of this fault, please be assured that we’re aware and our teams are assessing the damage and carrying out repairs. </p><p><br></p><p>Severe weather may make it difficult to access some areas safely, so estimated restoration times may change, or repairs may take longer than expected. Please stay safe and keep well away from fallen or damaged power lines and electrical equipment. Don’t try to move trees or debris that may be touching power lines. </p><p><br></p><p>If you need extra help during a power cut, please get in touch. We’re here to support you. We’ll keep Power Track updated as our teams make progress and you can register for live updates below to receive a text if anything changes. Thank you for your patience and understanding while we work to get your power back on.</p>

  • 25 Oct, 16:42

    Power cut reported

  • 25 Oct, 17:19

    Power cut reported

    <p>Storm Boelo is causing disruption to electricity supplies across our network. Our teams are working around the clock to restore power as safely and quickly as possible. If your power is off and your postcode is listed as part of this fault, please be assured that we’re aware and our teams are assessing the damage and carrying out repairs. </p><p><br></p><p>Severe weather may make it difficult to access some areas safely, so estimated restoration times may change, or repairs may take longer than expected. Please stay safe and keep well away from fallen or damaged power lines and electrical equipment. Don’t try to move trees or debris that may be touching power lines. </p><p><br></p><p>If you need extra help during a power cut, please get in touch. We’re here to support you. We’ll keep Power Track updated as our teams make progress and you can register for live updates below to receive a text if anything changes. Thank you for your patience and understanding while we work to get your power back on.</p>

  • 25 Oct, 17:27

    Power cut reported

  • 25 Oct, 19:07

    Power cut reported

    <p>Storm Boelo is causing disruption to electricity supplies across our network. Our teams are working around the clock to restore power as safely and quickly as possible. If your power is off and your postcode is listed as part of this fault, please be assured that we’re aware and our teams are assessing the damage and carrying out repairs. </p><p><br></p><p>Severe weather may make it difficult to access some areas safely, so estimated restoration times may change, or repairs may take longer than expected. Please stay safe and keep well away from fallen or damaged power lines and electrical equipment. Don’t try to move trees or debris that may be touching power lines. </p><p><br></p><p>If you need extra help during a power cut, please get in touch. We’re here to support you. We’ll keep Power Track updated as our teams make progress and you can register for live updates below to receive a text if anything changes. Thank you for your patience and understanding while we work to get your power back on.</p>

  • 25 Oct, 19:24

    Power cut reported

  • 25 Oct, 19:47

    Power cut reported

    <p>Storm Boelo is causing disruption to electricity supplies across our network. Our teams are working around the clock to restore power as safely and quickly as possible. If your power is off and your postcode is listed as part of this fault, please be assured that we’re aware and our teams are assessing the damage and carrying out repairs. </p><p><br></p><p>Severe weather may make it difficult to access some areas safely, so estimated restoration times may change, or repairs may take longer than expected. Please stay safe and keep well away from fallen or damaged power lines and electrical equipment. Don’t try to move trees or debris that may be touching power lines. </p><p><br></p><p>If you need extra help during a power cut, please get in touch. We’re here to support you. We’ll keep Power Track updated as our teams make progress and you can register for live updates below to receive a text if anything changes. Thank you for your patience and understanding while we work to get your power back on.</p>

  • 25 Oct, 19:54

    Power cut reported

  • 26 Oct, 01:42

    Power cut reported

    <p>Storm Boelo is causing disruption to electricity supplies across our network. Our teams are working around the clock to restore power as safely and quickly as possible. If your power is off and your postcode is listed as part of this fault, please be assured that we’re aware and our teams are assessing the damage and carrying out repairs. </p><p><br></p><p>Severe weather may make it difficult to access some areas safely, so estimated restoration times may change, or repairs may take longer than expected. Please stay safe and keep well away from fallen or damaged power lines and electrical equipment. Don’t try to move trees or debris that may be touching power lines. </p><p><br></p><p>If you need extra help during a power cut, please get in touch. We’re here to support you. We’ll keep Power Track updated as our teams make progress and you can register for live updates below to receive a text if anything changes. Thank you for your patience and understanding while we work to get your power back on.</p>

  • 26 Oct, 01:44

    Power cut reported

  • 26 Oct, 09:28

    Power cut reported

    <p>Storm Boelo is causing disruption to electricity supplies across our network. Our teams are working around the clock to restore power as safely and quickly as possible. If your power is off and your postcode is listed as part of this fault, please be assured that we’re aware and our teams are assessing the damage and carrying out repairs. </p><p><br></p><p>Severe weather may make it difficult to access some areas safely, so estimated restoration times may change, or repairs may take longer than expected. Please stay safe and keep well away from fallen or damaged power lines and electrical equipment. Don’t try to move trees or debris that may be touching power lines. </p><p><br></p><p>If you need extra help during a power cut, please get in touch. We’re here to support you. We’ll keep Power Track updated as our teams make progress and you can register for live updates below to receive a text if anything changes. Thank you for your patience and understanding while we work to get your power back on.</p>

  • 26 Oct, 09:31

    Power cut reported

  • 26 Oct, 12:07

    Power cut reported

    <p>Storm Boelo is causing disruption to electricity supplies across our network. Our teams are working around the clock to restore power as safely and quickly as possible. If your power is off and your postcode is listed as part of this fault, please be assured that we’re aware and our teams are assessing the damage and carrying out repairs. </p><p><br></p><p>Severe weather may make it difficult to access some areas safely, so estimated restoration times may change, or repairs may take longer than expected. Please stay safe and keep well away from fallen or damaged power lines and electrical equipment. Don’t try to move trees or debris that may be touching power lines. </p><p><br></p><p>If you need extra help during a power cut, please get in touch. We’re here to support you. We’ll keep Power Track updated as our teams make progress and you can register for live updates below to receive a text if anything changes. Thank you for your patience and understanding while we work to get your power back on.</p>

  • 26 Oct, 12:15

    Power cut reported

  • 26 Oct, 12:17

    Power cut reported

    <p>Storm Boelo is causing disruption to electricity supplies across our network. Our teams are working around the clock to restore power as safely and quickly as possible. If your power is off and your postcode is listed as part of this fault, please be assured that we’re aware and our teams are assessing the damage and carrying out repairs. </p><p><br></p><p>Severe weather may make it difficult to access some areas safely, so estimated restoration times may change, or repairs may take longer than expected. Please stay safe and keep well away from fallen or damaged power lines and electrical equipment. Don’t try to move trees or debris that may be touching power lines. </p><p><br></p><p>If you need extra help during a power cut, please get in touch. We’re here to support you. We’ll keep Power Track updated as our teams make progress and you can register for live updates below to receive a text if anything changes. Thank you for your patience and understanding while we work to get your power back on.</p>

  • 26 Oct, 12:25

    Power cut reported

  • 26 Oct, 16:15

    Power cut reported

    <p>Storm Boelo is causing disruption to electricity supplies across our network. Our teams are working around the clock to restore power as safely and quickly as possible. If your power is off and your postcode is listed as part of this fault, please be assured that we’re aware and our teams are assessing the damage and carrying out repairs. </p><p><br></p><p>Severe weather may make it difficult to access some areas safely, so estimated restoration times may change, or repairs may take longer than expected. Please stay safe and keep well away from fallen or damaged power lines and electrical equipment. Don’t try to move trees or debris that may be touching power lines. </p><p><br></p><p>If you need extra help during a power cut, please get in touch. We’re here to support you. We’ll keep Power Track updated as our teams make progress and you can register for live updates below to receive a text if anything changes. Thank you for your patience and understanding while we work to get your power back on.</p>

  • 26 Oct, 16:22

    Power cut reported

  • 26 Oct, 16:50

    Power cut reported

    <p>Storm Boelo is causing disruption to electricity supplies across our network. Our teams are working around the clock to restore power as safely and quickly as possible. If your power is off and your postcode is listed as part of this fault, please be assured that we’re aware and our teams are assessing the damage and carrying out repairs. </p><p><br></p><p>Severe weather may make it difficult to access some areas safely, so estimated restoration times may change, or repairs may take longer than expected. Please stay safe and keep well away from fallen or damaged power lines and electrical equipment. Don’t try to move trees or debris that may be touching power lines. </p><p><br></p><p>If you need extra help during a power cut, please get in touch. We’re here to support you. We’ll keep Power Track updated as our teams make progress and you can register for live updates below to receive a text if anything changes. Thank you for your patience and understanding while we work to get your power back on.</p>

  • 26 Oct, 16:52

    Power cut reported

  • 26 Oct, 18:24

    Power restored

  • 27 Oct, 12:34

    Power cut reported

  • 27 Oct, 13:14

    Power restored

This power cut may be eligible for compensation. It ran 12 hours or more with 435 customers still affected at that point, under Ofgem's Guaranteed Standards scheme. See how to make a compensation claim.

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