Ausgrid has confirmed a whopping 52 unplanned outages across its network tonight, leaving 19,479 homes and businesses in the dark as thunderstorms rumble across the Central Coast and Hunter regions.
While tonight’s storm may not match the ferocity of last week’s destructive weather, it’s another stark reminder of how vulnerable the power grid becomes during storm season. Residents are being urged to stay prepared as the volatile conditions continue to put the network to the test.
For up-to-date information on outages in your area, head to the Ausgrid website for live updates. Stay safe and stay informed!