Thousands of people left without power in Kent for hours after ‘fault on electricity network’

THOUSANDS of people have been left without power for hours in Kent.

UK Power Network say they are “investigating a fault on the electricity network which has caused a power cut”.

People in Kent have been left without power

Over 5,000 people in Kent have been affected in 25 different postcodes.

It is not yet known when their power will be reconnected.

If you are without power for any length of time you may want to watch out for the following:

Keep an eye on frozen food – you may not be able to refreeze anything that defrosts.Provided it is safe – switch off electric appliances at the plug. Sometimes electricity can run in surges and you don’t want your things to be damaged.Stay well away from any downed power lines, if they are still energised you could be seriously hurt.  Read More 

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