Storm Goretti: Northern Powergrid warns Wakefield to prepare for power cuts
Storm Goretti is forecast to bring rain, wind and snow to Wakefield this evening, which could power cuts for thousands of customers across the district.
Northern Powergrid say their teams are prepared and ready to restore power to any affected areas safely, and as quickly as possible.
Customers who are registered for the free Priority Services Membership will be contacted and they are engaging with stakeholders and Local Resilience Forums.
They are encouraging customers to report power cuts here or by calling 105.
Storm Goretti does have potential to impact the electricity network and there is a possibility of disruption to power supplies.
If you have been impacted by a power cut and have online access, you can report it and get regular updates at www.northernpowergrid.com/power-cuts.
If you don’t have online access, call 105. Customers can also report a power cut via WhatsApp on 0191 6872254 - available from 8am to 8pm Monday to Friday and 9am to 5pm on Saturday.
Power cut advice and tips include:
- Bookmark Northern Powergrid’s online power cut map and reporting service on your mobile devices – www.northernpowergrid.com/power-cuts
- Have a charged mobile phone with important numbers saved, including 105 the free national power cut phone line.
- Turn off electrical appliances at the socket (this is particularly important for heating or cooking appliances as your power could be restored at any time and potentially cause a safety hazard)
- Keep one light switched on so you know when your power is restored
- Keep a battery or wind-up torch handy – they’re much safer than candles
- Check on your elderly or sick neighbours and relatives
- Ensure you have warm clothing and blankets handy and some food and drink in your home that does not require electricity to heat or prepare it
- Only call 999 in the event of an emergency.
- If you spot fallen trees or damage to our overhead cables, stay well clear and call 105 immediately.