As Storm Dudley and Storm Eunice approach, bad weather is set to bring disruption across the UK.
Yellow and amber weather warnings are in place across the nation as it is hit by gale force winds, heavy rain and even snow in some areas.
Traffic delays, cancellations to transport services and the potential for power supplies are to be expected.
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Energy giants, SP Energy Networks, has been working hard to improve the electricity networks’ resilience during extreme weather to help reduce the chance of power loss and always responds to any issues as quickly as possible.
Despite those preparations there will likely be some damage to power lines and fallen trees and windborne debris could make access for engineers difficult, so residents in the UK are being encouraged to prepare for some significant disruption.
Guy Jefferson, chief operating officer at SP Energy Networks, said: "Due to the potential for damage to our power lines, power cuts become more likely in high winds and it's important our customers in the UK are fully prepared, just in case.
"We’re currently mobilising teams of engineers to areas where we expect Storms Dudley and Eunice to have the most impact and our teams are on hand 24/7 to help all of our customers should they find themselves without power.
"The faster we know about a power cut the more quickly we can begin work to get electricity restored, so if you experience a power cut please report it to us by calling the national emergency helpline 105."
Top tips for being prepared in the event of a power outage
- Have the national 105 emergency helpline on hand – it’s best to keep this on the fridge or saved in the contacts on your mobile phone.
- Store a battery or wind-up torch – leave this somewhere you can access easily so you can use the torch to check on the fuse box and make your way around the house safely.
- Beware of fallen power lines – power lines may have fallen because of high winds so beware of this when venturing out of your home.
- Keep your mobile charged – having your mobile phone charged means you can give us a call on the national 105 emergency helpline. It’s also worth having an analogue phone as this doesn’t run off the main electricity supply.
- Join the free Priority Services Register – if electricity is crucial to your health (for instance, if you use medical equipment at home) or you have a child aged five or under, or you just feel you need a little extra help, ask to be included on SP Energy Networks’ Priority Services Register by calling 0330 1010 167 or text PSR to 61999.
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